The Healthy Homes deadline is the biggest priority for landlords
From 1 July 2025, all private rental properties must meet the Healthy Homes Standards - covering heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture ingress and drainage, and draught stopping.
It's been quite a year for tenancy law changes -- modernising how notices and documents are served, clarifying smoking rules and introducing new protections for tenants affected by family violence -- and the next deadline is coming.
Landlords who don’t meet the requirements could face hefty penalties.
As your Property Managers, we know what needs to be done so your property is up to Healthy Homes Standards. You can also read more at tenancy.govt.nz.
Meeting the standards once isn't a long-term strategy
As a landlord, you know your property needs ongoing care and maintenance. There are gutters to clean and insulation to check. Ventilation and heating systems need to be maintained. You also have to manage draughts, drainage and moisture ingress time after time.
Let us do the work for you. If you want to assess where your property stands, or support with upgrades or future planning, talk to your Barfoot & Thompson Property Manager. We’re here to help you stay on track, and keep your investment protected for the long term.
What's the next step to Healthy Homes Compliance?
Find a property manager or book a rental appraisal.
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