How do you get a landlord to approve Airbnb?
Ask before you sign, get the consent in writing, and show the landlord how the property will be looked after. Most landlords and agents say no at first, which is why this is the step where most people give up. Parasher Properties lists properties where the landlord has already said yes.
What the approval should cover
- Written consent for the lease holder to let the property for short stays on booking platforms.
- The consent sits in the lease itself or a signed addendum, not in an email or a phone call.
- The lease is in your own name.
- Notice periods, break fees and what happens at the end of the lease are clear before you sign.
- The building rules allow short stays. A landlord cannot approve what the strata scheme or owners corporation has banned.
What landlords worry about
- Wear and damage. Explain your cleaning schedule, inspections and guest screening.
- Neighbours and noise. Set house rules and say how you enforce them.
- Insurance. Standard landlord and contents policies often exclude short stays, so ask an insurer what cover you and the landlord each need.
- Rent. A landlord wants to know the rent is paid on time whatever your bookings look like.
Why it is the hardest step
People who try this alone often call 200 to 300 agents to find one landlord who will agree. Most stop before they get there. Under the Milestone Mentorship, the second milestone, Securement, covers agent and landlord outreach and getting written approval with the right clauses.
The faster route
Every property on our approved list comes with the landlord's written consent for short-term letting under a long-term lease. You choose a property, sign the lease in your own name and move straight to setup. If you would rather have one found for you, Property Sourcing is $5,000 + GST and includes Milestone 1 of the mentorship.
Common questions
Do I need my landlord's permission to Airbnb my rental?
Yes. Tenancy law in Australia generally requires the landlord's written consent before a tenant sublets. Without it you risk breaching the lease.
Does landlord approval need to be in writing?
Yes. Have the consent written into the lease or a signed addendum, so it survives a change of agent or a dispute.
What if the landlord says yes but the building says no?
The building rules win. If the strata scheme, owners corporation or body corporate bans short stays, the landlord's approval does not override it. Check the building rules first.