Pets in rentals bill passes House of Assembly

The Residential Tenancy Amendment Bill 2025 has passed the House of Assembly.

Minister for Small Business, Trade and Consumer Affairs, Guy Barnett, said Tasmanians should not have to choose between a home and the pet they love.

"Our Government is helping Tasmanians deal with the challenges that they face with compassion and commonsense," Minister Barnett said.

"For many Tasmanians, pets are part of the family.

“This Bill protects property owners, while also ensuring Tasmanians don’t have to choose between a place to live and the pet they love.

"Our Government acknowledges the collaboration across the House of Assembly on these reforms.

"Similar laws already operate in other Australian jurisdictions, including Victoria, the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory.

"I now look forward to this important legislation making its way to the Legislative Council."