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Owning a condominium

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This publication reflects amendments to the Condominium Property Act and its regulations affecting condominium corporations and unit owners as of January 1, 2018.

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Security deposit interest rate change, effective January 1, 2024

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Landlords can require a security deposit, sometimes referred to as a damage deposit, from their tenants when they move into rental premises. Since January 1, 2009, the interest rate on security... More ≫

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Landlords can require a security deposit, sometimes referred to as a damage deposit, from their tenants when they move into rental premises. Since January 1, 2009, the interest rate on security deposits has been zero percent. Effective January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024 the interest rate payable on security deposits is 1.6 percent, under the Residential Tenancies Act and Mobile Home Sites Tenancies Act.

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Information for tenants

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In Alberta, the Residential Tenancies Act applies to most people who rent the place where they live. This law sets out the rights and responsibilities that apply to tenants. This publication... More ≫

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In Alberta, the Residential Tenancies Act applies to most people who rent the place where they live. This law sets out the rights and responsibilities that apply to tenants. This publication contains tips in a one-stop location: inspection reports, sample cleaning list, and a checklist for tenants.

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Information for landlords

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In Alberta, the Residential Tenancies Act applies to most people who rent the place where they live. This law sets out the rights and responsibilities that apply to tenants. This publication... More ≫

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In Alberta, the Residential Tenancies Act applies to most people who rent the place where they live. This law sets out the rights and responsibilities that apply to tenants. This publication contains inspection reports and sample cleaning list.

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Condominium rules, bylaws and sanctions

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This fact sheet explains the difference between rules and bylaws for condominium corporations. Also looks at requirement for notice before rules come into effect; enforcement of rules and bylaws;... More ≫

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This fact sheet explains the difference between rules and bylaws for condominium corporations. Also looks at requirement for notice before rules come into effect; enforcement of rules and bylaws; and notices regarding non-compliance and notices of sanction.

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Renting a mobile home site

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In Alberta, the Mobile Home Sites Tenancies Act applies to people who own a mobile home and rent the mobile home site from a landlord. This law sets out the rights and responsibilities that apply... More ≫

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In Alberta, the Mobile Home Sites Tenancies Act applies to people who own a mobile home and rent the mobile home site from a landlord. This law sets out the rights and responsibilities that apply to these tenancies.

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Safer spaces for victims of domestic violence

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In August 2016, the Residential Tenancies (Safer Spaces for Victims of Domestic Violence) Amendment Act, Termination of Tenancy (Domestic Violence) Regulation, and amendments to the RTA... More ≫

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In August 2016, the Residential Tenancies (Safer Spaces for Victims of Domestic Violence) Amendment Act, Termination of Tenancy (Domestic Violence) Regulation, and amendments to the RTA Ministerial Regulation, were proclaimed. These changes allow victims of domestic violence to end a tenancy early and without financial penalty. This fact sheet provides information to help tenants and landlords understand these changes.

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Evidence : Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) [2019 to current]

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This tip sheet is intended for parties in the residential tenancy dispute resolution process and explains the role and importance of evidence in the process.

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Living in a mobile home community in Alberta : responsibilities of landlords and tenants

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This fact sheet provides a brief overview of the Mobile Home Sites Tenancies Act, describes the responsibilities of landlords and tenants under the Act, and explains the processes that can be used... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides a brief overview of the Mobile Home Sites Tenancies Act, describes the responsibilities of landlords and tenants under the Act, and explains the processes that can be used to resolve issues that may arise between the two parties.

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Document service : Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) [2019 to current]

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Once you have applied for a hearing with the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service, you will receive and application process. You must then give a copy of the entire application package... More ≫

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Once you have applied for a hearing with the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service, you will receive and application process. You must then give a copy of the entire application package to the respondent(s). This tip sheet presents how to serve an RTDRS application package.

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