INDEPENDENT RENTAL COMPLIANCE ASSESSMENTS — MELBOURNE
New Rules. Real Fines. One Report That Shows You Everything
Most landlords discover compliance costs at the worst possible moment — when a lease renews, a system fails, or a deadline hits. We assess your property before that happens, so you can plan works on your timeline, access rebates, and avoid the rush.
Here's What's Changing and When
From March 2027, every rental property in Victoria must meet new energy efficiency standards. Insulation. Efficient cooling. Draught-proofing. Electric hot water. Hard deadlines. No extensions.
On top of that, 15 existing minimum standards are already enforceable today — and since November 2025, your property must be compliant before it’s even advertised.
The average compliance gap we find is $3,200+. Some properties need $15,000–20,000+ in works. Most landlords have no idea until it’s too late.
from March 2027
no extensions granted
owners didn't know about
across Melbourne
We don’t sell you the fix.
We just tell you what’s broken.
Safehaus has zero financial incentive to find more problems than exist. We don't sell equipment. We don't install anything. We don't quote for works. Your report is written to save you money — not make us more.
That's why buyer's agents, conveyancers, and property professionals refer their clients to us. They know the advice isn't compromised.
Simple process. Clear report.
01.Book your assessment.
Pick a service, choose a time. We coordinate access with you, your agent, or your property manager.
02. We complete your inspection.
60–90 min on site. Every compliance area checked and photographed.
03. Receive your report.
Photo-documented findings within 48 hours. Every issue, every cost estimate, every rebate — in plain English.
04. Make decisions with clarity.
No guesswork. No pressure. Just the facts you need to plan, budget, and avoid costly surprises.
Trusted by property professionals across Melbourne.
Get clarity before it gets expensive.
Without
a Safehaus assessment.
✗ Emergency aircon install mid-summer: $2,500+
✗ Rushed insulation job: $2,000+
✗ Gas hot water failure → urgent electric upgrade: $1,950+
✗ Consumer Affairs Victoria fine: $11,982
✗ Lost rent during vacancy: $2,400+
Total Risk: $20,000+
With
a Safehaus assessment.
✓ Know every upgrade before it becomes urgent
✓ Plan works months in advance at lower cost
✓ Access VEU rebates (often 30–50% savings)
✓ Document compliance and avoid penalties
✓ Make the decision with the full picture in front of you
Assessment: From $195
Still have questions? See our FAQs
Our report shows you exactly where your property stands — and what to do about it.
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"Had four of our rentals assessed (houses). Found about $12K in compliance issues we didn't know about — heating, blind cord anchors, insulation, showerheads that don't meet current ratings. Report was clear with photos of everything. Glad we found out now and not from a fine."
— Frank · Landlord, Hampton Park
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"All the 2027 talk had me stressed but I didn't know where to start. Keith laid it all out — what's fine, what needs doing, and what rebates we're eligible for. Saved us a couple of thousand on the insulation alone. Worth it."
— Emma P · Landlord, Murrumbeena
“I built Safehaus after assessing my own 50+ property portfolio for 2027 and finding compliance gaps I didn't expect. Every 'assessment' I could find was run by someone selling the fix. That's not advice — it's a sales funnel. Safehaus exists to give landlords and buyers the independent picture first."
— Keith, Founder & Melbourne property operator
Two types of clients book with us. Both leave with certainty.
Current landlords.
Know exactly what your property needs for 2027 — and what it'll cost — before the deadline forces the decision.
Buyers.
Know the true compliance cost of the property you're buying — before you're committed.