This section sets out some things to consider when seeking to become a tenant.

When a tenancy agreement is entered into the landlord must also provide the tenant with an information brochure [Residential Tenancies Act 1995 (SA) s 49(3)]. A landlord who fails to provide this information may be fined $25,000 (expiation fee $1,200).

This brochure explains the general rights and obligations of landlords and tenants under residential tenancy agreements in South Australia and also provides the names and addresses of agencies that can be approached for further information or assistance.

This information booklet, inspection sheets and other forms can be obtained free of charge from the SA Gov- Starting a Tenancy Website.

The following easy read guide is also available Renting in SA: Know Your Rights (PDF, 1.3 MB).

A number of more detailed tenancy guides in English and other languages are also available.