Natural Disaster Information for Property Owners
Residential Tenancy Authority (RTA)
A tenancy agreement does not automatically end as a result of a natural disaster (e.g. flooding, cyclone, bushfire), even if the property is is damaged or non-liveable. Useful information on tenancy issues as a result of natural disasters can be found on the RTA Natural Disasters Fact Sheet. It includes a useful 2 page document Fact sheet: Important renting information for natural disaster victims (PDF, 7.2 MB)
REIQ
The REIQ has compiled an Disaster Information Page which includes a Disaster Toolkit (PDF, 7.2 MB), a well written and informative document that is available to download for non-members and members. Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC)
The QBCC has links to a wide range of building related information in Rebuilding after a natural disaster.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (SES)
General information relating to disasters and emergencies on the QFES Website. Specific information is also available including videos eg How to sandbag your home and business
Local Government Links
Many local councils have added resources on their websites for residents to prepare and respond for natural disasters. These also contain useful information specific people living in their local council area. Many councils have a "Disaster Dashboard" page, see the Local government disaster dashboards for a complete list.
Some of the larger councils are listed here.
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