NZ Rental Property Inspection Checklist — Free Download 2026

The complete inspection checklist for NZ self-managing landlords — covering Healthy Homes, chattels, and condition report. Updated for 2026.

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What's inside

  • Property exterior condition
  • All rooms — walls, floors, ceilings
  • Kitchen appliances and fixtures
  • Bathroom and wet areas
  • Heating (Healthy Homes standard)
  • Insulation (Healthy Homes standard)
  • Ventilation (Healthy Homes standard)
  • Moisture and drainage
  • Draught stopping
  • Smoke alarms
  • Chattels condition log
  • Tenant signature section
  • Landlord signature section
  • Photo evidence section

How TenancyIQ helps

Digital inspections

Take photos and generate PDF inspection reports directly in TenancyIQ — no paper required.

Healthy Homes tracking

Track all 5 Healthy Homes standards per property. Gaps surfaced automatically.

Audit-ready storage

Every inspection stored per tenancy — ready if you ever need Tenancy Tribunal evidence.

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Inspection checklist FAQ

Under the RTA, landlords can inspect once every 4 weeks with 48 hours notice. Most landlords do entry, mid-tenancy, and exit inspections.

This checklist is general information only and not legal advice. Confirm RTA notice and inspection rules with Tenancy Services or a qualified professional.