NSW landlords and agents must disclose digitally altered rental photos
Starting early 2027, NSW law will require rental ads to disclose digitally altered images. Penalties reach up to $22,000.
Landlords and agents in NSW must tell renters when property photos are digitally made or changed in misleading ways. The new rule targets changes like fake grass, removing mould, or virtual furniture that distorts room size.
Renters have reported finding properties look much better in ads than in person. The law applies to rental ads only.
Sales already face strict rules about fake photos under consumer law. Businesses that don't disclose face penalties of up to $22,000.
The regulations take effect in early 2027. Some agents already use AI responsibly, like removing everyday clutter from photos of properties with sitting tenants.
- $22,000
- Penalty amount
- early 2027
- Implementation date
- rental advertisements only
- Scope
Why it mattersRenters found properties didn't match altered photos online. The rule requires agents to disclose digital changes in rental listings.
AustraliaNSW renters will see more honest property listings; rental agents need to update disclosure practices by early 2027.
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