Healthy Homes legislation with a staged approach was introduced in 2019 with the aim to ensure rental properties had minimum standards in place for heating, insulation, ventilation, draught stopping, and moisture/drainage.

The last stage comes into effect this July, so what does it mean for landlords?

Until 1 July 2025

Properties must be made compliant within a certain timeframe depending on when a tenancy starts/the type of tenancy, or the property is already compliant. For example,

• Tenancies started or renewed between 28 August 2022 and 2 March 2025 must comply with the Healthy Homes standards within 120 days.
• Tenancies started or renewed on or after 3 March 2025, must comply with the Healthy Home standards by the deadline of 1 July 2025.

From 1 July 2025

ALL private rental properties must be compliant with healthy homes legislation. Tenancy Agreements must include a signed statement detailing the levels of compliance or exemptions to the standards.

Non-compliance after 1 July 2025 could mean landlords are liable for a fine of up to $7,200.

It is the landlord’s responsibility to ensure the property meets the Healthy Homes standards and maintain them over time. If a landlord has a property manager, then the property manager is likely to work with the landlord to ensure the property and any documentation is compliant.

In some situations, the property may have an exemption for a particular standard. Tenancy Agreements must include details of the compliance level. More information on the Healthy Homes compliance here: https://www.tenancy.govt.nz/healthy-homes/

At apm, we have it all taken care of. Our experienced property managers understand rental property legislation and collaborate with landlords to ensure properties comply with the law, thereby reducing the risks of non-compliance fines or tribunal hearings. Chat to our team today to get on top of your property compliance.