Small Changes, Big Difference
Renting and home modifications
Small changes to a rental home can make the biggest difference. Improving accessibility for people with disability can increase the value and appeal of your property and attracting long-term, secure tenants.
The Small Changes, Big Difference campaign supports people with disability to understand how these minor modifications can be requested and installed in private rentals, while also helping property owners adopt best practice in supporting tenants with disability.
Developed in Partnership with Industry and Community
Developed by Queenslanders with Disability Network (QDN) in collaboration with people with lived experience of disability, industry representatives, the Department of Housing and Public Works (DHPW), and other key industry peak bodies, the campaign promotes consistent and accurate guidance across the sector.
What are the benefits?
- People with disability request modifications so they can exercise their rights and live as independently and safely as possible. Even small changes can significantly improve daily living.
- Accessible homes mean people with disability can live with more freedom, independence and confidence – often through simple, low-cost modifications.
- Minor, temporary modifications can reduce the amount of support a person with disability needs, meaning they can live more independently.
- Many common modifications also future-proof rental properties, improving safety, functionality and long-term value.
- Accessible homes benefit a wide range of people – including older Queenslanders, parents with young children, carers and visitors.
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Let's talk - Rental myths
As part of Small Changes, Big Difference, a series of videos were created to highlight and expose common rental myths around inclusive and accessible housing.
The truth is that investors and property managers play a critical role in improving rental access and experiences for people with disability. Their decisions shape whether housing is inclusive, respectful and compliant or restrictive.
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