Application to handing back a property

Before you begin:

• Before filling in this form, read the Contracting variations – Head Lease information on the Homes Tasmania website.

• Applicants are encouraged to speak to us prior to lodging an application to ensure all details have been successfully completed. 

• Assessment of applications may result in additional documentation or information being required. You will be advised if this is the case.

Contact us

Email:   commissioning@homes.tas.gov.au

Properties being returned before the end of a lease agreement MUST be vacant.

Building Layout

A building layout refers to the detailed plan or design of a building's interior spaces. A building layout includes various elements such as: 

• Bedrooms: Sleeping areas

• Bathrooms: Rooms containing a bath and/or shower

• Toilets: Separate rooms with a toilet

• Kitchens: Areas designated for cooking and food preparation

• Living Areas: Common spaces like living rooms or lounges

• Heaters: Devices or systems used to heat the building.

Please provide the following details about the building layout: 

• Indicate the total number of each type of room (e.g., bedrooms, bathrooms, toilets, kitchens). 

• Usage: Describe the primary use of the building (e.g., residential, commercial, mixed-use). 

• Additional Comments: Share any extra information or specific details about the layout that you think are important.
  

Outbuildings

An outbuilding is a structure that is separate from the main building on a property. These buildings are typically used for various purposes such as storage, workshops, garages, guest houses, or other utility functions.

Please provide the following details about outbuildings:

• Indicate the total number of each outbuilding (e.g., sheds, garage, barns, workshop)

• Describe the use of the outbuilding (e.g., residential, commercial, mixed-use)

• Specify the type of each outbuilding

• Share any extra information or details that you think are important.

Other

Building Class & Permit

Occupational Therapy / accessibility modifications and specialist equipment

• Occupational therapists work with people of all ages who have physical, mental, or developmental conditions that impact their ability to engage in everyday tasks.

• Accessibility Modifications refer to changes made to a home or environment to make it more accessible and safer for individuals with disabilities or mobility challenges. These include:

  • Installing grab bars in bathrooms.

  • Widening doorways to accommodate wheelchairs.

  • Adding ramps for easier access.

  • Lowering countertops and cabinets.

  • Modifying lighting for better visibility.

• Specialist Equipment includes devices and tools designed to assist individuals in performing daily activities easily and safely. These include:

  • Wheelchairs and mobility scooters.

  • Shower chairs and bath lifts.

  • Adaptive utensils for eating.

  • Communication devices for those with speech impairments.

  • Standing frames and hoists.

Site Photos 

In addition to the above, it is important to provide site photos of the property after all belongings are removed (i.e. the property is vacated). Please indicate what photos have been provided form the below.

If you have issues submitting this form, please contact the Homes Tasmania team at commissioning@homes.tas.gov.au