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The RTA 13 form, formally known as the Notice of Intention to Leave, is a vital document under the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008, which tenants use to notify property owners/managers of their intention to vacate a rental property by a specific date for various reasons. This form is instrumental during the transition period, ensuring that both parties are aware of the impending change and have time to prepare. For those looking to end their tenancy, understanding how to properly fill out and submit this form is crucial.

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Underpinning the Queensland rental market's regulatory framework, the Notice of Intention to Leave, commonly known as Form 13, serves as a critical document that tenants must use to inform property owners or managers of their intention to vacate a property. This form is governed by the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008, incorporating specific provisions from the COVID-19 Emergency Response Act 2020 and its associated regulations, highlighting the form's relevance and adaptability in times of crisis. The document is designed to protect both parties in the tenancy agreement by setting forth clear guidelines on notice periods, reasons for leaving that might include domestic and family violence, and how disputes regarding the notice can be resolved, including through the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA)'s dispute resolution service. Furthermore, the form distinguishes between types of tenancies and outlines both with-grounds and without-grounds notices, indicating minimum notice periods that vary depending on the nature of the tenancy agreement and the circumstances under which the tenant is leaving. Importantly, it also specifies that, for certain cases such as unremedied breaches, tenants may not be immediately released from their agreement, pointing towards further actions through the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) if necessary. The intricacies embedded within the form underscore the complexities of tenancy agreements and the necessity for a clear, legally backed pathway for tenants to communicate their intention to leave, safeguarding their rights and ensuring due process is followed in the dynamic landscape of Queensland's residential tenancies.

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Notice of intention to leave (Form 13)

Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (Sections 302–308, 327 and 331–332)

COVID-19 Emergency Response Act 2020 (Section 24)

Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation (COVID-19 Emergency Response) Regulation 2020 (Section 41)

1Address of the rental property

Postcode

2 Notice issued by

1. Full name/s

Forwarding address			Signature
Forwarding address

		Postcode

Phone	Mobile		Date

Email


2. Full name/s

Forwarding address			Signature
Forwarding address

		Postcode

Phone	Mobile		Date

Email


3. Full name/s

Forwarding address			Signature
Forwarding address

		Postcode

Phone	Mobile		Date

Email

3Notice issued to

Property owner

Property manager

4Notice issued (See overleaf for grounds/reasons)

without grounds

with grounds (provide details)

If you are leaving due to domestic and family violence, please complete a Domestic and Family Violence Notice ending tenancy.

5Notice issued on

Day	Date	Method of issue (e.g. email, post, in person)

6I/We intend to vacate the property by midnight on

(Minimum notice periods apply – see overleaf)

Do not send to the RTA—give this form to the property owner/manager and keep a copy for your records.

Note: this form can only be used until 31 December 2020 as stated in section 3 of the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation (COVID-19 Emergency Response) Regulation 2020.

Level 23, 179 Turbot Street | GPO Box 390 Brisbane Q 4001 | t 1300 366 311 | rta.qld.gov.au

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Notice of intention to leave (Form 13)

Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (Sections 302–308, 327 and 331–332)

COVID-19 Emergency Response Act 2020 (Section 24)

Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation (COVID-19 Emergency Response) Regulation 2020 (Section 41)

The tenant/s give this notice to the property owner/manager when the tenant/s want to vacate the premises by a certain date.

There may be a number of grounds (reasons) for giving the notice. If the property owner/manager disputes these reasons, they should try to resolve the matter with the tenants first. If agreement cannot be reached, the RTA’s dispute resolution service may be able to assist – phone 1300 366 311.

If tenants are leaving because of an unremedied breach, this notice can only be given after the 7 day remedy period has expired.

If the tenant/s are giving this notice because of an unremedied breach by the owner or manager, please note that this notice does not guarantee that you will be released from the tenancy agreement. You may apply for termination of your lease through the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) under section 309 of the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008.

When serving notices by post, the sender must allow time for the mail to arrive when working out notice periods.

Minimum notice periods

See the list of new and amended grounds for the COVID-19 emergency period.

General tenancies

With grounds

Grounds	Minimum notice	Existing or new ground

The rental property is not in good repair, is unfit to	The day it is given this has to be	New
live in AND this notice is provided within the first 7	within 7 days of taking possession.	Note: this is only applicable during the COVID-19
days of the resident occupying the premises.		emergency period until 31 December 2020.

Unremedied breach	7 days	Existing

Non-compliance with tribunal order	7 days	Existing

Non-liveability	The day it is given	Existing

Compulsory acquisition	2 weeks	Existing

Intention to sell	2 weeks	Existing

Without grounds

Type of agreement	Minimum notice	Existing or new ground

Periodic agreement	2 weeks	Existing

Fixed term agreement	14 days	Existing
A tenant must give at least 14 days notice, unless the property owner/manager has breached the agreement. The tenancy ends on the end date of the
agreement or the end date of the notice period (whichever is longer). Both parties can agree to end a fixed term agreement early but it must be agreed in writing.

Level 23, 179 Turbot Street | GPO Box 390 Brisbane Q 4001 | t 1300 366 311 | rta.qld.gov.au

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Notice of intention to leave (Form 13)

Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (Sections 302–308, 327 and 331–332)

COVID-19 Emergency Response Act 2020 (Section 24)

Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation (COVID-19 Emergency Response) Regulation 2020 (Section 41)

Moveable dwellings

Without grounds

Type of agreement	Long term	Short-term	Existing or
	agreement notice	agreement notice	new ground
	period	period

The rental property is not in good repair, is unfit to	The day it is given this	N/A	New
live in AND this notice is provided within the first 7	has to be within 7 days		Note: this is only applicable during
days of the resident occupying the premises.	of taking possession.		the COVID-19 emergency period
			until 31 December 2020.

Unremedied breach	2 days	n/a	Existing

Non-compliance with tribunal order	7 days	1 day	Existing

Non-liveability	The day it is given	The day it is given	Existing

Compulsory acquisition	2 weeks	1 day	Existing

Intention to sell	2 weeks	1 day	Existing

Without grounds

Type of agreement	Minimum notice	Existing or new ground

Periodic agreement	2 weeks	Existing

Fixed term agreement	14 days	Existing

A tenant must give at least 14 days notice, unless the property owner/manager has breached the agreement. The tenancy ends on the end date of the agreement or the end date of the notice period (whichever is longer). Both parties can agree to end a fixed term agreement early but it must be agreed in writing.

Level 23, 179 Turbot Street | GPO Box 390 Brisbane Q 4001 | t 1300 366 311 | rta.qld.gov.au

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