Green Landlords | Environment Victoria

How, and why, to be a green landlord

Making the property you rent out more sustainable is a smart financial move.

It will help you retain good tenants and you can get government rebates and tax deductions for improvements that will make a real difference to the value of your property. Another reason to go green is that new regulations are expected in 2012 requiring you to disclose your property’s energy, greenhouse and water efficiency. Here's what you need to know.

	Greening your property makes money (and sense) Why investing in sustainability pays off, and the low down on the new regulations.
	The hows - some high impact options for greening your property How much does insulation cost? How do you get tanks installed? Here's what to get started on and how.
	Help your tenants to be green too A sustainable property isn’t just about what’s in it, but also how it’s used. Help your tenants to do their bit too.
	Stan invested in his rental property When Stan made some sustainability changes to his property he found the tenants he wanted, straight away.

Are you a renter? Check out our sustainability tips for renters

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