No. Tenants in Queensland cannot legally withhold rent, even if a landlord fails to carry out repairs. Withholding rent puts you in breach of your tenancy agreement and could result in a notice to remedy breach or eviction proceedings. Instead, report the issue in writing, give the landlord a reasonable time to respond, and if they do not act, apply to the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) for a repair order.
Get a quick and free estimate for what your property could be earning you with Houst managing it. Then, book a call with our team to discuss it further.
Get A Quick Estimate (FREE)