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Queensland Government - Queensland Revenue Office
Queensland Government - Queensland Revenue Office

AFAD residential land

Issued date
9 October 2024

Land in Queensland that is or will be used solely or primarily for residential purposes, including:

  • established homes and apartments
  • vacant land on which a home or apartment will be built
  • land for development for residential use, such as
    • smaller unit block developments
    • housing subdivisions
    • major developments with a residential component
  • buildings refurbished, renovated or extended for residential use.

Other types of residential property, such as retirement villages and student accommodation, are considered on a case-by-case basis.

AFAD residential land does not include land used for hotel and motel purposes.

See also the definition of residential land.