Retail Tenancy

Minister Tripodi released a discussion paper on 14 April 2008, outlining a range of issues and inviting submissions from the retail sector.

Submissions can be made by email, in writing or by telelphone.

Instructions for submissions are found in section 1.3. If you have any questions, please ring the Retail Tenancy Unit on (02) 8222 4800 or 1300 795 534.

Download the Discussion Paper:
Issues Affecting the Retail Leasing Industry in New South Wales [1.8 MB]

The Info Kit for Retail Tenants has been developed to help you better understand your leasing arrangements and the coverage currently provided by The Retail Leases Act 1994 (NSW).

You can access the Info Kit here or alternatively to order the Info Kit for Retail Tenants on a CD Rom, please email rtu@business.nsw.gov.au with your name and address.The kit will be posted to you.

Protect Your Lease has advice for retail tenants on one of their biggest investments, their retail lease.

It explains some of the potential pitfalls around retail leasing, to encourage better business planning and improve tenants' leasing relationship with their landlords, and how to get help if there is a problem.

To receive your pack please email rtu@business.nsw.gov.au, including a postal address and the number of retail leasing packs required, or by calling 1300 795 534.

The Retail Leases Act 1994 (NSW) requires all retail lease security bonds to be deposited with the Director-General. Bank guarantees are not affected by the operation of the Act.

Landlord (or agents) may be liable for a penalty of up to $2,200 if they do not comply.

Bonds can only be lodged using only an approved form – Email rtu@business.nsw.gov.au to order an approved bond lodgement form. Bond forms will be posted within a week of the order.