Difference between revisions of "Residential Tenancy"

Landlords and tenants must do an inspection of the rental unit at the start of the tenancy, and then, both the landlord and tenant must complete and sign a Condition Inspection Report — a written record of the condition the rental unit is in. The report should show if the rental unit is not in good condition. For example, there may be stains on the rug or holes in the walls. The report can include photographs. This report can be useful if there is a disagreement later. The landlord must give the tenant a copy within 7 days of the move-in inspection.

At the end of the tenancy, the landlord and tenant must do another inspection and complete another Condition Inspection Report. The landlord must give the tenant a copy of the move-out report within 15 days after the tenant moves out or when they get the tenant’s forwarding address – whichever is later. Landlords who don’t do the report may lose the right to claim against the security deposit for any damages to the unit or building. Tenants who don’t do the report may lose the right to get their security deposit back.