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💡If a tenant ignores a formal Notice to Vacate in New Brunswick, you cannot physically remove them yourself. You must apply to the Residential Tenancies Tribunal (RTT) for an official…
💡In New Brunswick, once a landlord serves you with a formal Notice to Vacate for unpaid rent, you have exactly 7 days to pay the total amount owed. If you…
💡To legally start the eviction process for unpaid rent in New Brunswick, you must serve the tenant with a written Notice to Vacate. By law, the tenant is granted 7…
⏳In New Brunswick, an undisputed eviction for non-payment of rent typically takes 3 to 4 weeks from serving the notice to getting an Order of Possession. However, if the eviction…
💡If a tenant causes extensive, deliberate damage to your rental property in New Brunswick, you can serve them with a 5-Day Notice to Vacate. If they refuse to leave, you…
💡To appeal an eviction decision made by the Residential Tenancies Tribunal (RTT) in New Brunswick, you must file an application with the Court of King’s Bench. You only have exactly…
💰If a tenant breaks a fixed-term lease in New Brunswick, they are generally legally responsible for paying the rent until the lease expires. However, as a landlord, you have a…
🚫It is strictly illegal for a landlord in New Brunswick to change your locks or remove your belongings without an official Order of Possession from the Residential Tenancies Tribunal (RTT)…
💡In New Brunswick, landlords and tenants can often avoid the stress of an eviction by negotiating a formal Payment Plan. The Residential Tenancies Tribunal (RTT) offers free mediation services to…
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Welcome to the New Brunswick Landlord & Tenant Rights guide centre. Here you will find comprehensive resources covering everything from residential lease agreements to eviction proceedings, based on current provincial regulations.
Renting a home or managing an investment property involves strict legal responsibilities for both parties. In New Brunswick, the relationship between landlords and tenants is governed primarily by the Residential Tenancies Act. Whether you are a tenant facing an unfair rent increase in Fredericton or a property owner in Moncton trying to collect unpaid rent, understanding your legal rights is essential for maintaining a fair and lawful living arrangement.
The rules surrounding residential tenancies are designed to balance a tenant’s right to safe, secure housing with a landlord’s right to protect their property investment. Knowing how to properly draft a lease, handle maintenance requests, or navigate the eviction process can prevent costly disputes and ensure that both sides meet their obligations under provincial law.
In New Brunswick, residential tenancy disputes do not usually start in a traditional courtroom. Instead, they are handled by the Residential Tenancies Tribunal, a specialized provincial body designed to resolve conflicts between landlords and tenants. Tenants and landlords can submit applications for assistance to the Tribunal, which assigns a Residential Tenancies Officer to investigate, mediate, and issue binding orders on issues like unpaid rent, evictions, and unreturned security deposits.
You will also frequently interact with Service New Brunswick (SNB), which physically holds all security deposits in the province—landlords are legally prohibited from keeping the deposit themselves. If a Tribunal officer’s decision is legally flawed, it may be appealed to the Court of King’s Bench of New Brunswick. However, these superior court appeals are incredibly strict and must be based purely on an error of law or jurisdiction, not just dissatisfaction with the outcome.
Dealing with a hostile eviction or significant property damage can be incredibly stressful, and procedural mistakes can cost you your housing or your rental income. If a landlord uses the wrong provincial form to issue a notice to vacate, or if a tenant fails to document maintenance issues properly, the Residential Tenancies Tribunal may rule against them. Because the stakes involving your home or investment are so high, it is highly recommended to consult with a qualified real estate or tenancy lawyer.
We strictly advise against trying to forcefully remove a tenant through an illegal lockout or withholding rent without a direct order from the Tribunal. You can find a list of relevant local lawyers and government agencies at the top of this page. A legal professional can guide you through the Tribunal process, ensure your paperwork is flawless, and protect your legal rights under New Brunswick law.
By law, a security deposit cannot exceed the equivalent of one month’s rent. The landlord must remit this deposit to Service New Brunswick (SNB) within 15 days of receiving it; they cannot legally keep the funds in their personal bank account.
No. Under New Brunswick law, tenants cannot legally withhold rent to force repairs. Instead, the tenant must apply to the Residential Tenancies Tribunal, which can order the landlord to complete the repairs or authorize the tenant to redirect their rent payments to the Tribunal until the issue is fixed.
For a periodic month-to-month tenancy, either the landlord or the tenant must provide at least one full rental month of written notice before the end of the tenancy to legally terminate the lease agreement.
Landlords can increase the rent, but they must provide tenants with the proper amount of written notice. For year-to-year or month-to-month leases, a landlord must give 6 months’ written notice of a rent increase, using the proper provincial forms.
Yes. Unlike a common myth, there is no blanket winter eviction ban in New Brunswick. A landlord can legally evict a tenant at any time of the year, provided they have valid grounds (like unpaid rent or causing major damages) and follow the proper procedures through the Residential Tenancies Tribunal.
Once a lease ends, the tenant can apply to Service New Brunswick to have their deposit returned. If the landlord wishes to make a claim against the deposit for damages or unpaid rent, they generally have 7 days from the end of the tenancy to submit their claim to the Tribunal.