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Newfoundland and Labrador landlord-tenant laws.

The key statutes you need to know as a Newfoundland and Labrador landlord, deposit caps, late fees, entry notice, and required disclosures at a glance.

Security deposit

¾ month's rent (2 weeks' rent for weekly tenancies)

Return: 10 days

Late fees

Reasonable

Entry notice

24 hours

Termination notice

1 month

Rent control

None

Required disclosures

Every Newfoundland and Labrador residential lease must include these disclosures where applicable. Missing required disclosures can void clauses or trigger statutory penalties.

Standard form of residential tenancy agreement

Notable Newfoundland and Labrador quirk

No separate pet deposits: everything counts toward the ¾-month cap. Rent increases need 6 months' notice on a monthly tenancy.

Newfoundland and Labrador landlord law FAQ

How much can a landlord charge for late rent in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Reasonable. Late fee terms should always be written into the lease.

What is the security deposit limit in Newfoundland and Labrador?

¾ month's rent (2 weeks' rent for weekly tenancies). Deposit return deadline: 10 days.

How much notice does a landlord need to enter a rental in Newfoundland and Labrador?

24 hours.

Is there rent control in Newfoundland and Labrador?

None.

Sources

Summarized from public statutes, state bar guides, and provincial residential tenancy acts.

This page is general information, not legal advice. Consult a local attorney for your specific situation.

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Other provinces

Prince Edward Island

1 month's rent (1 week if rent is paid weekly)

Yukon

1 month's rent

Northwest Territories

1 month's rent

Nunavut

1 month's rent

Ontario

Last month's rent only (no damage deposit)

Quebec

Prohibited (no deposit of any kind allowed)

British Columbia

½ month's rent (+ ½ month pet deposit)

Alberta

1 month's rent