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Yukon landlord-tenant laws.

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

Security deposit

1 month's rent

Return: 15 days

Late fees

Reasonable

Entry notice

24 hours

Termination notice

1 month

Rent control

None

Required disclosures

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

Standard lease

Notable Yukon quirk

Tenancy Act closely mirrors BC's framework.

Yukon landlord law FAQ

How much can a landlord charge for late rent in Yukon?

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

What is the security deposit limit in Yukon?

1 month's rent. The deposit must be returned within 15 days after move-out.

How much notice does a landlord need to enter a rental in Yukon?

24 hours.

Is there rent control in Yukon?

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

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

Manitoba

½ month's rent

Saskatchewan

1 month's rent