Big Changes Ahead: New Seller Disclosure Laws in Queensland from 1 August 2025
If you’re thinking about selling property in Queensland, there’s an important legal change coming that could directly affect your sale process. From 1 August 2025, a new statutory seller disclosure regime will come into effect under the Property Law Act 2023.
This new regime aims to make property transactions clearer and fairer for both sellers and buyers—but it also means there’s more responsibility on sellers to provide accurate information upfront. Let’s take a look at what’s changing and how you can prepare.
What’s Changing?
Currently, disclosure requirements for sellers in Queensland are spread across different laws and often buried in contracts, creating uncertainty and confusion for both parties. From 1 August 2025, that’s all changing.
Sellers will be legally required to provide prospective buyers with a Form 2 Seller Disclosure Statement, plus certain official documents (known as “prescribed certificates”), before a buyer signs the contract.
This means the days of simply handing over minimal property details are over. Now, sellers need to be proactive and thorough in disclosing key information about the property.
What Does the Form 2 Seller Disclosure Statement Cover?
The new Form 2 captures a broad range of details that buyers will want to know, including:
✅ Seller & Property Details – such as seller’s name, property address, lot and plan numbers, and whether it’s part of a community titles scheme.
✅ Title & Encumbrances – details of any mortgages, easements, leases, or other rights affecting the property.
✅ Land Use, Planning & Environment – zoning under local planning schemes, proposed infrastructure projects or resumptions, environmental notices, heritage listings, and tree orders.
✅ Buildings & Structures – pool safety compliance, any owner-builder work and notices, and enforcement notices from local councils or authorities.
✅ Rates & Services – the most recent rates and water service charges for the property, and whether it’s exempt from rates.
✅ Community Titles or BUGTA – body corporate disclosure statements, if applicable, including the community management statement.
This information helps buyers make informed decisions and reduces the chance of unexpected surprises during or after the sale.
Why This Matters
Getting the disclosure right is critical. If a seller doesn’t provide the required disclosure documents before a contract is signed, or if the disclosure is incomplete or inaccurate in relation to a material matter, the buyer may have a legal right to terminate the contract at any time before settlement.
This could potentially derail your sale, cost time and money, and cause significant stress for everyone involved.
Auctions Are Included Too
Selling by auction? You’ll also need to comply. The new laws require that a completed Form 2 Seller Disclosure Statement be available to all potential bidders before the auction starts.
This can be provided in hard copy, by email (with the buyer’s consent), or even via a QR code linking to digital documents. Auctioneers and agents will need to work together to ensure bidders receive the disclosure before they raise their paddles.
How Sellers Can Prepare
If you’re planning to sell later this year or beyond, here’s how to get ready:
- Engage a Trusted Conveyancer Early
A conveyancer will guide you through preparing your seller disclosure statement and gathering the right documents. Working with someone you trust ensures you meet your legal obligations and avoid costly mistakes. - Start Gathering Documents Now
Title searches, zoning certificates, rates notices, pool safety certificates, and body corporate documents (if applicable) are some of the items you’ll need. - Don’t Leave It Until You List
The earlier you start gathering your disclosure documents, the smoother your sale process will be once a buyer shows interest.
We’re Here to Help
These new laws are designed to give buyers greater confidence and transparency when buying property—but they also mean sellers need to be more organised and detail-focused than ever before.
If you’re considering selling, or simply want to understand how these changes might affect your property plans, get in touch with us today. We’re here to guide you through the new requirements, help you connect with trusted professionals, and ensure your property sale runs as smoothly as possible under the new laws.
