How do I contact a landlord tenant in Alberta?
To reach the Consumer Contact Centre: Edmonton: 780-427-4088. Alberta: 1-877-427-4088.
How do I file a complaint against a landlord in Alberta?
Contact
- Phone: 780-644-3000.
- Toll free: 1-780-310-0000.
- Email: [email protected].
What are my rights as a tenant in Alberta?
Your responsibilities as a tenant in Alberta Act reasonably and not disturb other tenants or the landlord in the building. Not engage in illegal acts or conduct an illegal business on the property. Keep the rental property reasonably clean. Move out when the rental agreement ends.
How do I contact the landlord tenant Board?
Landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities, including maintenance and repairs and entering a rental unit….Phone.
| Toll free: | 1-888-332-3234 |
|---|---|
| Toronto area: | 416-645-8080 |
| TTY: | Call the Bell Relay Service at 1-800-855-0511 |
Can landlord sell house while renting Alberta?
Yes, your landlord has the right to put the property up for sale; however, your landlord would not be able to end your tenancy simply because the property was sold. This means that unless you and your landlord negotiate a new agreement, you can stay living in the property until the lease is over.
How much can a landlord raise the rent in Alberta?
Landlords cannot increase the rent payable by a tenant under a fixed term or periodic tenancy agreement until a minimum of one year (365 days) has passed since the last rent increase or since the start of the tenancy, whichever is later. There is no limit on the amount by which the landlord may raise the rent.
Can I sue my landlord in Alberta?
In order to get the amount back, the tenant must sue the landlord for return of the security deposit. If the tenant chose to make a complaint with Service Alberta, then there would be an investigation, and if there was an offence committed, then the landlord could be warned, fined, or made to appear in court.
How much time does a landlord have to give a tenant to move out in Alberta?
If someone who is not listed in the tenancy agreement is living in the residential rental premises, the landlord has the right to give that person at least 14-days notice to leave. If the tenant has moved out, the landlord can give the unauthorized occupant at least 48 hours notice.
How long does it take to evict a tenant in Alberta?
In Alberta, an eviction can take 24 hours (if the tenant threatens the landlord) but is usually done in 14-28 days.
What is the number for landlord and tenant board?
1-888-332-3234
To contact the Landlord and Tenant Board by phone, call 416-645-8080 from within the Toronto calling area, or toll-free at 1-888-332-3234 from outside Toronto.
Can the landlord increase the rent every year?
The rental rise cap established by a RERA decree in 2011 ranges from 5 per cent to 20 per cent of the rental value, depending on how far below market rent the property is priced at. The increase is due every year from the first renewal. Article (1) of Decree No.
How much can a landlord increase rent in Alberta?
What is the Residential Tenancies Act in Alberta?
Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) Handbook The RTA Handbook is designed to explain the rights and responsibilities of all tenants, landlords, and agents involved in renting residential premises in Alberta under the Residential Tenancies Act and regulations: Residential Tenancies Exemption Regulation Residential Tenancies Ministerial Regulation
Where can I find information about renting in Alberta?
See Web site for area Landlord and Tenant Advisory Board locations. For general information about renting in Alberta contact the Consumer Contact Centre: 1-877-427-4088 (Outside Edmonton, Alberta only) 780-427-4088 (Edmonton and area)
Where can I go to resolve a tenant dispute in Alberta?
Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service In Alberta, landlords and tenants can make an application at the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) to resolve their problem. RTDRS can be a faster, less expensive, and less intimidating alternative to going to court.
What are the responsibilities of a landlord in Alberta?
The landlord is responsible for keeping the rental premises reasonably safe and in good repair at all times, not just at the beginning of a tenancy. Standards for safety and comfort are set out in the Public Health Act and Housing Regulation. For more information, tenants can contact Health Link Alberta.