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VCAT Update for Residential Property Managers

There are some important changes planned to upgrade VCAT’s residential tenancy systems and enhance both myRDRV and myVCAT portals in 2026.

KEY POINTS TO NOTE:

  • VCAT will have two systems for case management, myRDRV and MyVCAT with RT Hub to be phased out over 2026 for new applications.

  • This will be a phased process to allow an efficient transition to myVCAT.

  • Account credentials will be consistent across myRDRV and myVCAT i.e. account holders can toggle between the two portals without the need to logout of one to login to the other. Any existing myRDRV account holders will be able to use their credentials to access myVCAT.

  • Business account set up is expected to be available in April 2026. Please note, businesses will be required to apply for this feature, request forms will be available from VCAT closer to the release date. This is to address privacy and authentication requirements from a VCAT perspective.

 KEY DATES:

 

February 2026April 2026June 2026
Use myVCAT to create 90 days notices to vacate and applications for possessions from those noticesEnhancements to myRDRV & myVCATUse myVCAT for all other residential tenancies notices and applications
Residential Tenancies Hub should be used for all other notices and applicationsNew business account option to be availableResidential Tenancies Hub not available for new notices or applications

CREATING NOTICES IN myVCAT

In 2026, notices and applications will commence in the myVCAT portal in 2 stages.

Stage 1: February - Creating new notices to vacate

From February 2026, 90-day notices to vacate can no longer be created in the Residential Tenanices Hub and will need to be created in the myVCAT portal.

These notices require a 90 day notice period and are used when a property is being sold, renovated, demolished or if there’s a change to how it will be used (e.g. being occupied by the landlord or their dependent). It does not apply for notices to vacate for rent arrears (91ZM), nor for renters in public housing.

Rental properties (houses, units and apartments)
Repairs91ZX
Demolition91ZY
Premises to be used for business91ZZ
Premises to be occupied by rental provider or provider's family91ZZA
Premises to be sold91ZZB (1)
Premises to be sold (conditional contract)91ZZB (2)
Premises to be sold (unconditional contract)91ZZB (3)
Premises required for public purpose91ZZC

Stage 2: June - Other notices

The remaining residential tenancy matters, including other notices and applications to vacate, will be incorporated in the myVCAT portal in June 2026. After this time, no new notices can be created in the Residential Tenancy Hub.

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INFORMATION AND UPDATES

 The REIV is in regular contact with VCAT to assist in the dissemination of information and updates to the sector.

 The REIV Property Management Conference on 18 March 2026 will include a VCAT update. Bookings to open soon.