Seller Disclosure Changes in Queensland: What Changed on 1 August 2025?
Queensland introduced a significant change to residential property transactions on 1 August 2025, with the commencement of the new Seller Disclosure Scheme under the Property Law Act 2023.
The reforms are designed to improve transparency by ensuring buyers receive important information about a property before signing a contract.
Whether you’re buying or selling, understanding these new requirements can help avoid delays and unexpected issues during the conveyancing process.
What is Seller Disclosure?
Seller disclosure requires sellers to provide prescribed information about a property before the buyer signs the contract.
Rather than relying on buyers to investigate every aspect of a property themselves, sellers now have a legal obligation to disclose certain information upfront.
What information must be disclosed?
Depending on the property, the disclosure documents may include information relating to:
• title searches
• registered easements
• covenants
• leases
• zoning notices
• pool compliance
• transport proposals
• rates and water notices
• body corporate records (where applicable).
The exact documents required will vary depending on the property.
Why was the law introduced?
The reforms aim to:
• increase transparency
• reduce disputes after contracts are signed
• help buyers make informed decisions
• create greater consistency across Queensland property transactions.
Providing information before contracts are signed gives buyers greater confidence in their purchasing decisions.
What happens if disclosure isn’t provided?
The legislation gives buyers certain rights where a seller fails to comply with the disclosure requirements or provides inaccurate disclosure.
In some circumstances, buyers may have rights to terminate the contract before settlement.
This makes it particularly important for sellers to prepare disclosure documents carefully before listing their property.
What does this mean for sellers?
If you’re planning to sell property in Queensland, preparation is now more important than ever.
Before your property goes on the market, you’ll likely need assistance gathering the required documents and ensuring the disclosure statement is complete.
Having this information ready early helps avoid unnecessary delays once an offer is received.
What does this mean for buyers?
Buyers should carefully review the disclosure documents before signing a contract.
Your conveyancer can explain the documents provided and identify any issues that may require further investigation before you commit to the purchase.
How Real Property Conveyancing can help
The new Seller Disclosure Scheme has introduced additional responsibilities for property sellers and greater protections for buyers.
Real Property Conveyancing can assist with preparing seller disclosure documents, reviewing disclosure provided during a purchase and guiding you through every step of your property transaction.