Victorian Consolidated Legislation

Disability Act 2006 - SECT 59

Duties of residents

59. Duties of residents



(1) A resident must-

   (a)  use the premises for residential purposes only unless the resident has
        obtained the consent in writing of the disability service provider to
        the use by the resident of the room for another purpose;

   (b)  pay the specified charges on the due date and in the specified manner;

   (c)  maintain their room and any common areas in a manner that does not
        create a fire, health or safety hazard;

   (d)  notify the disability service provider of any damage caused knowingly
        and intentionally which is not the result of fair wear and tear;

   (e)  contribute to the cost of repairing damage notified under paragraph
        (d).

(2) A resident must not-

   (a)  use the premises for a purpose that is illegal at common law or under
        an Act;

   (b)  knowingly and intentionally do anything which interferes with the
        right of other residents to privacy or the proper use and enjoyment of
        the premises;

   (c)  knowingly and intentionally damage or destroy any part of the
        premises;

   (d)  install any fixtures in the premises without first obtaining the
        consent in writing of the disability service provider.