Independent Living Units

Community Housing Rent Policy

The rent payable is income-based, rather than based on a ‘flat rate’ for everyone. The rent is calculated in accordance with Department of Communities. The current market rent is also considered when calculating rental amounts.

Rents are set in compliance with the Community Housing Rent Policy.  We assess rent levels on entry and annually using the Community Housing Rent Calculator provided by CHDE (www.hpw.qld.gov.au/RentCalculator/). Changes in income or household composition may result in a change in rent. 

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Tenants pay a bond (4 weeks rent) lodged with the Rental Tenancy Authorities which is refundable on departure. The maximum rental bond payable by the tenant is equal to 4 weeks rent. A tenancy agreement and condition report (upon entry and departure) must be completed and signed and also lodged with the Rental Tenancy Authorities.

 

Proof of household income is required to allow rent to be assessed. Proof of income statements may be in the form of, for example:

1. Income Statement from Centrelink or Veterans' Affairs

2. Centrelink Customer Confirmation eService – Income Statement

3. A tax assessment notice or audited statement or other suitable proof of income if self-employed

4. Most recent payslip or written declaration from employer

5. Where a tenant has an irregular income, the last 6 payslips are required to determine affordable rent for that household

 

If proof of income is not provided for all eligible household members, Taralga will charge the household market rent, until such time as the income information is supplied. The tenant's responsibilities regarding rent are set out in their Tenancy Agreement and Special Conditions.