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Landlord Tenant Act
Landlord Tenant Act
Are there residential premises not covered by the Act? There are such as when a
kitchen/ bathroom is shared between both parties, religious/educational institutes,
and hospital care.
Does the Act apply to business/commercial rental agreements? No, it doesnt apply
to these types of rental agreements.
Is a tenant responsible to have insurance on his/her personal belongings? Yes, they
are responsible for any insurance on their own belongings.
When a rented premises is sold to a new owner, does the rental agreement
continue? Yes, the rental agreement continues as if nothing has happened except in
the case of a foreclosure.
What happens to a security deposit when there is a change in ownership? The new
owner is now responsible for the security deposit.
Can a landlord charge a fee for late payment of rent? The landlord can increase the
rent by $5 the first day and $2 for the following days up to a maximum of $75.
Can a landlord charge a fee if a tenant's rent cheque is returned because of nonsufficient funds (N.S.F.) in the tenant's account? If this were to happen the landlord
can charge a fee up to $25.
Can a tenant withhold rent because a landlord is not maintaining the premises? No,
the tenant is still required to pay because the landlord could file a termination
notice. If the maintenance continues not be fixed the tenant can then take it up with
the division to result in some sort of change.
Can a landlord terminate a rental agreement when the tenant does not pay rent?
Yes, they can send out a termination notice it may take multiple tries and a vast
amount of time to go through with this process though.
Can a landlord increase rent by giving a verbal notice to the tenant? No, the
landlord is required to provide a written notice to go through with the rent increase.
Can a landlord increase rent anytime? They cant increase rent anytime during the
fixed term.
Is a tenant responsible for damages to the residential premises? Yes, they are
required to take care of all damages.
What can a landlord do if a tenant has not repaired damages? After a period of time
they can give a termination notice.
Can a termination notice be verbal? No, it must be in written form.
Where can I get a copy of the Residential Tenancies Act? They can be bought at
government service centers.
If a landlord gives a tenant a Termination Notice in writing, is the tenant required to
give a written notice of his departure? Yes, the tenant is required to do so.