RTA handbook for landlords and tenants : Residential Tenancies Act and regulations [2023 to current]

Description

This handbook explains the rights and responsibilities of all tenants, landlords, and agents involved in renting residential premises in Alberta under the Residential Tenancies Act and related regulations. It explains the minimum legislated requirements set out in the Act and provides landlords and tenants with options to deal with matters not established as minimum requirements. The following topics are covered in the handbook: residential tenancy agreements; inspection reports; security deposits; other fees and charges; landlord's distraint; rent increases; landlord's right of entry; security; termination of tenancy; determination of normal wear and tear during residency; and abandoned goods.

Updated

May 10, 2024

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Type

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Irregular

Publisher / Creator Information

Creator

Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction

Publisher

Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction

Place of Publication

Edmonton

Subject Information

Topic

Housing and Utilities

Resource Dates

Date Created

2023-02-03

Date Added

2023-02-03T17:27:09.784250

Date Modified

2024-05-10

Date Issued

2023-02-03

Audience information

General Public Government

Language

English (Canadian)

Identifiers

Usage / Licence

Licence

Open Government Licence - Alberta

Contact

Contact Name

Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction

Contact Email

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