No Approval, No Listing
A property is not advertised for short-stay accommodation until the permitted use and operating structure have been approved in writing.
For real estate agents and landlords
A transparent long-term lease partner for properties expressly approved for short stays.
Homelobby works with owners and managing agents who are open to a clearly documented short-stay arrangement. We do not list first and ask later. The named tenant, approved operator, permitted use, property controls and communication expectations are agreed in writing before launch.
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Core commitments
What the owner and managing agent can expect.
The Managing Agent Remains Involved
The existing managing agent remains responsible for lease administration and owner instructions. Homelobby does not seek to bypass the managing agent for the approved lease arrangement.
Clear Contracting Structure
The lease identifies the named tenant. Written terms separately identify the approved operator and permitted short-stay use where required.
Rent Paid Under the Lease
The named tenant remains responsible for paying rent and meeting the obligations documented in the lease.
One Local Accountable Contact
Agents, owners and building contacts have a direct Sydney-based contact for operational escalation.
Property and Neighbour Controls
Clear guest rules, noise monitoring at suitable properties, professional turnover coordination and 24/7 local response form part of the operating approach.
How it works
Written alignment before any property is advertised.
Initial Property Review
We review the property, rent, location, proposed availability and practical suitability.
Owner and Building Review
Owner approval, strata by-laws, planning, STRA, safety and insurance arrangements are considered.
Lease and Written Consent
The named tenant, approved operator, permitted use and relevant conditions are documented.
Property Setup
Guest rules, noise controls, housekeeping and contact procedures are prepared.
Ongoing Communication
Material incidents, damage concerns, complaints and lease matters are escalated appropriately.
Agent relationship
Your relationship with the owner is respected.
For properties introduced through a managing agent, Homelobby’s role is to operate within the expressly approved lease arrangement—not to remove the agent from the relationship.
- Lease renewals and material lease matters continue through the managing agent.
- Owner instructions relating to the tenancy continue through the managing agent.
- Homelobby provides one accountable operational contact.
- Material property or building issues are reported promptly.
- The property is made available for lawful inspections in accordance with the lease and applicable notice requirements.
- End-of-lease cleaning and make-good obligations are handled in accordance with the agreement.
Property controls
Practical controls for the property, building and neighbourhood.
Clear House Rules
Occupancy, visitors, noise, smoking, parties, rubbish and common-property expectations are communicated.
Noise Monitoring
Suitable properties use noise monitoring to identify sustained excessive noise early.
24/7 Local Response
Urgent operational issues can be escalated to a Sydney-based contact at any time.
Housekeeping and Property Observations
Cleaning teams can report visible damage, missing items and maintenance concerns.
Building Communication
Building-specific access, rubbish, parking and common-property instructions can be incorporated.
Incident Escalation
Material incidents are documented and communicated to the appropriate contact.
Application information
Information available during a suitable application.
Depending on the property and the agent’s application requirements, Homelobby can provide relevant applicant and business information for review.
Homelobby Pty Ltd company details
ABN and ACN verification
Director and applicant identification
Rental history or rent ledger where available
Financial capacity information where appropriate
Previous managing agent references
Proposed property operating structure
Proposed house rules and property controls
Property-specific insurance confirmation once the structure has been disclosed to and accepted by the insurer
Property fit
The properties we are most likely to consider.
Sydney CBD or selected inner-city location
Strong transport and visitor access
Well-maintained apartment, terrace or home
Suitable layout and sleeping capacity
Owner expressly open to the proposed use
No known strata prohibition that prevents the intended operation
Commercially viable after rent and operating costs
Capable of operating without unreasonable impact on neighbours
We decline properties where the proposed use is not approved, operationally unsuitable or commercially unrealistic.
Public verification
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Agent FAQ
Questions about an approved arrangement.
Is this an undisclosed subletting arrangement?
No. Homelobby’s policy is that the intended short-stay use and operating structure must be expressly disclosed and approved before the property is advertised.
Who signs the lease?
The contracting structure is agreed with the owner and agent before execution. Depending on the approved arrangement, the named tenant may be Homelobby Pty Ltd or its director. The named tenant, approved operator and permitted use should be documented accurately.
Will Homelobby replace the existing managing agent?
For an approved lease introduced through a managing agent, Homelobby does not seek to replace the agent’s role in lease administration or owner communication.
What happens if a neighbour or building manager raises a concern?
Homelobby provides a direct local contact and 24/7 operational response. Material issues are documented, investigated and escalated to the appropriate agent, owner or building contact.
How is excessive noise managed?
House rules set clear noise and party expectations. Suitable properties can use noise monitoring to identify sustained excessive noise, supported by direct guest contact and local escalation.
How do you determine whether a property is eligible?
The proposed use must be considered against owner consent, the lease, strata by-laws, planning requirements, STRA registration, safety requirements, insurance and practical building conditions.
What happens at the end of the lease?
Vacant possession, cleaning, furniture removal and make-good obligations are handled in accordance with the lease and documented property condition requirements.
Start a conversation
Have a property that may suit an approved arrangement?
Send us the basic property details. We will review its location, rent, intended availability and operating suitability before requesting an owner decision.