Perth real estate agency cites fuel crisis for handballing inspections to tenant
A Perth real estate agency has asked tenants to conduct their own property inspections due to a fuel crisis. This decision has raised concerns about potential breaches of Australian Consumer Law. Tenants are required to take and submit photos of each room, which some believe may not fulfill the agency's obligations.
- ▪Davey Real Estate has requested tenants to perform their own inspections amid a fuel crisis.
- ▪Tenants must take a minimum of 10 clear and well-lit photos of each room.
- ▪Consumer Protection has indicated that this practice may violate Australian Consumer Law.
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