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New Brunswick Tenant Rights Guide

Everything renters and landlords need to know about deposits, rent increases, entry rules, repairs, and the eviction process under New Brunswick's Residential Tenancies Act.

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New Brunswick Rental Law at a Glance

New Brunswick's Residential Tenancies Act governs almost every residential tenancy in the province, from Moncton apartments to Fredericton rentals. It sets rules for security deposits (capped at one month's rent and held in trust by the TLRO itself), rent increase notice (90 days, with a roughly 3% annual guideline), landlord entry (24 hours' written notice), and how a tenancy can be ended.

Disputes are resolved by the Tenancy and Landlord Relations Office (TLRO), not the courts, in the first instance. Either side can appeal a TLRO decision within the time limit stated on the order.

Guides by Topic

Money & Deposits

Security deposits and rent increases

Security Deposits
Limits, holding & refunds
Rent Increases
Notice, cap & guideline
Utilities
Who pays for what

Starting a Tenancy

Leases and move-in documentation

Lease Agreements
What your lease must include
Move-In Condition Reports
Protecting your deposit

During Your Tenancy

Entry rules and repairs

Landlord Entry Rules
24-hour notice requirements
Repairs & Maintenance
Your landlord's duty to repair

Ending a Tenancy

Notice periods and lease breaks

Notice to End a Tenancy
Notice periods for tenants & landlords
Breaking a Lease & Subletting
Leaving early, subletting & assignment

Resolving Disputes

Eviction process and complaints

The Eviction Process
TLRO orders & appeals
Filing a Complaint
How to apply to the TLRO

Frequently Asked Questions

What law governs tenancies in New Brunswick?
The Residential Tenancies Act, administered by the Tenancy and Landlord Relations Office (TLRO).
How much notice does my landlord need to raise my rent?
At least 90 days' written notice. New Brunswick sets an annual rent increase guideline, currently around 3%, and increases above it generally need TLRO officer approval.
How much is a security deposit in New Brunswick?
No more than one month's rent. Unlike most provinces, the landlord must remit it to the TLRO, which holds it in trust, and it must be returned within 7 days of move-out.
Can my landlord evict me without going through the TLRO?
No. Self-help eviction, such as changing locks, removing belongings, or cutting utilities, is illegal. Every eviction requires a TLRO order.

Official Resources

Tenancy and Landlord Relations Office (TLRO)Residential Tenancies Act (Full Text)

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