NSW renters are set to see the biggest shake-up of rental laws in more than two decades
The major changes will include limiting rental increases for periodic leases to once a year, set fees for breaking a fixed-term lease and no penalties for domestic violence victims who break a lease.
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The Make Renting Fair campaign is asking supporters to email key members of the Legislative Council to ensure the reform is effective and fair.