VIC Residential Tenants - Vacating Condition of Premises

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Anita Louise

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I have just moved back into my property after having tenants occupying the property for 4 years. I have a two way bathroom with different keys in both doors.
One of the doors is locked and won't open with the key which is in it. My handyman is of the opinion that it's not the right key . Looks like I'll have to get a lock smith to get the door open. Who is liable for payment me or the tenant? My property manager is saying if it's not the right key and I want the tenants to pay I would have to apply to VCAT to get the money from the tenant.
 

Rod

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Tenant is liable, but probably not worth the aggravation and cost.