Locks
(1) All external entry doors to the rented premises which are not able to be secured with a functioning deadlock, other than any screen door attached to an external door, must at least be fitted with a locking device that—
(a) is operated by a key from the outside; and
(b) may be unlocked from the inside with or without a key.
(2) Subclause (1) does not apply—
(a) to a public lobby door that opens to common property; or
(b) if the rented premises is a registered place and a request for a permit to alter the relevant features of the premises to comply with this standard has been refused in accordance with Part 5 of the Heritage Act 2017.
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