Victorian rental minimum standards will require cooling in the main living area from March 2027. OnePeak helps property managers and real estate agents prepare their portfolios early, with straightforward advice and efficient installations.
We'll assess your rental properties and provide a compliance plan.
The Victorian Government is phasing in new minimum energy efficiency standards for rental properties. Here are the dates that matter.
A fixed heater with a minimum 2-star energy rating must be installed in the main living area of all rental properties. Portable heaters do not comply.
In Effect NowAt the start of a new lease or conversion to periodic, cooling with a minimum 3-star energy rating must be installed. Ceiling insulation and 4-star showerheads also required. End-of-life heating must be replaced with efficient electric systems.
Less Than 12 Months AwayEfficient electric cooling must be installed in the main living area of all rental properties, regardless of lease timing. This is the universal compliance deadline - no exceptions.
Universal DeadlineUnder the Residential Tenancies Regulations 2021 and the 2025 Amendment, rental properties must meet these heating and cooling standards.
A fixed heater in good working order must be installed in the main living area. Portable heaters do not satisfy this requirement.
Cooling must be installed in the main living area at the commencement of a new lease. By July 2030, all rentals must comply regardless of lease status.
A reverse-cycle split system satisfies both the heating and cooling requirements from a single unit, making it the most cost-effective compliance pathway for landlords.
Beyond heating and cooling, the 2025 amendments also require ceiling insulation and 4-star showerheads (from March 2027).
Victorian rental minimum standards set out clear heating and cooling requirements for rental properties. Preparing early gives property managers and landlords time to upgrade portfolios in a planned, cost-effective way - rather than rushing to meet the deadline.
Under Victorian law, both landlords and agents have a role in meeting these standards. Getting ahead of the 2027 cooling requirement means less disruption at lease renewal and a smoother experience for everyone involved.
Get a Free QuoteWe make rental property compliance simple. One call, one quote, one installation - your property is compliant.
We assess your entire portfolio and provide a prioritised compliance plan based on upcoming lease renewals and the 2027 deadline. Free on-site quotes for every property.
Competitive pricing for agencies with multiple properties. The more properties you need compliant, the better the rate. Combined with VEU discounts, compliance costs less than you think.
We prioritise agency work to align with your lease renewal schedule. Installations completed promptly so properties can be advertised and leased without delay.
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Lachie patiently discussed the cooling options available to us and we decided on 3 individual split systems. His team arrived at the agreed time and worked in an efficient, professional manner. They cleaned up carefully after the job. We are very happy with the work and the cost of the job, and highly recommend them.
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Had a really good experience with OnePeak supplying and installing our new split system. The guys were easy to deal with, turned up when they said they would, and clearly knew what they were doing. Everything was smooth from start to finish and the system works great. Would definitely recommend them.
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