For a routine inspection arranged by the landlord or property manager, the cost is generally the owner’s responsibility, not a separate fee charged to the tenant. A tenant may still be liable for reasonable costs caused by damage or a breach of the rental agreement, but this is different from paying for a standard inspection. Rules about entry notices and permitted fees vary between states and territories. Check your state or territory’s tenancy authority before paying, and ask the agent to explain any proposed charge in writing.