Seller Disclosure in Queensland.

Selling property in Queensland now comes with stricter disclosure obligations. Under the new seller disclosure regime, sellers must provide buyers with accurate, upfront information about the property before a contract is signed.

Failing to comply can give buyers the right to terminate the contract - even after signing.

At Octave Realty, we ensure seller disclosure is handled correctly, strategically, and without unnecessary risk, so your sale proceeds smoothly and stays enforceable.

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Queensland’s New Seller Disclosure Scheme

Effective 1 August 2025

Queensland property sellers are entering a new era of mandatory seller disclosure, replacing the outdated “buyer beware” approach with a transparent, upfront disclosure regime designed to protect buyers and reduce failed property transactions.

Under the Property Law Act 2023 (Qld), sellers must now disclose key property information before a buyer signs a contract.

Failure to comply can give buyers the right to terminate- even after contracts are exchanged.

If you’re selling property in Queensland, getting seller disclosure right is no longer optional. It’s critical.

Mandatory Seller Disclosure Requirements in Queensland

Before a buyer signs a contract, sellers must provide the following:

Form 2 - Seller Disclosure Statement

A completed and signed Form 2 Seller Disclosure Statement, containing key information including:

  • Property details, title particulars and encumbrances

  • Zoning, planning and development information

  • Environmental, heritage and significant tree matters

  • Notices relating to future transport infrastructure or land resumptions

  • Accurate rates, levies and charges

Prescribed Disclosure Certificates

Up-to-date official documents relevant to the property, including:

  • Current title search and survey plan

  • Body corporate disclosure certificate (where applicable)

  • Pool safety certificate or notice

  • Compliance, enforcement or show cause notices under planning, building or environmental legislation

Disclosure must be given before the first buyer signs the contract.

Your Questions, Answered

  • From 1 August 2025, sellers of freehold land in Queensland — including residential, commercial, industrial and rural property — must provide prescribed disclosure documents before contract execution.

    This reform ends the practice of buyers discovering material issues after signing and places clear compliance obligations on sellers from the outset.

  • Non-compliance with Queensland seller disclosure laws carries serious consequences.

    If required documents are not provided, or are materially inaccurate, buyers may:

    • Terminate the contract at any time before settlement

    • Receive a full refund of all amounts paid, plus interest

    Poor disclosure can derail sales, expose sellers to legal risk, and cause costly delays.

  • Seller disclosure requirements apply broadly to:

    • Residential property sales

    • Commercial and industrial property

    • Rural land

    • Auctions

    • Mortgagee sales

    • Option and conditional sales

  • Common exemptions (Limited circumstances)

    • Sales between related parties where disclosure is waived

    • Off-the-plan or unregistered land

    • High-value transactions over $10 million with buyer waiver

    • Certain sales to government or statutory bodies

    Exemptions are narrow — most sellers will need to comply.

  • ✔ Increases transparency in property transactions
    ✔ Reduces contract terminations and disputes
    ✔ Protects buyers and sellers alike
    ✔ Aligns Queensland with national disclosure standards

    Handled correctly, seller disclosure strengthens your sale. Handled poorly, it can destroy it.

Sell with Confidence. Start with the Right Disclosure

At Octave Realty, we work closely with sellers and legal advisors to ensure seller disclosure is handled early, accurately and strategically, reducing risk and protecting your transaction from day one.

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