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Rooming Accommodation Rights Checker

Find out what rights you have if you live in a rooming house, boarding house or share house in your state.

General information only — not legal advice. Rooming house arrangements vary widely. Always check which legislation applies to your specific situation. Last updated: January 2026.

Am I in a rooming house?

A rooming house (also called boarding house or lodging house) typically has:

  • Multiple residents in separate rooms
  • Shared bathrooms, kitchens or living areas
  • An operator/landlord who runs the house
  • Fees paid weekly or fortnightly

Tenancy law changes constantly.

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