Newfoundland and Labrador property management laws — Landlord-tenant laws
Newfoundland and Labrador Updated June 2026

Newfoundland and Labrador Landlord-Tenant Laws (2026)

The 2018 Act is administered by Residential Tenancies (Service NL). No rent cap; deposits up to 75% of a month; entry requires notice; adjudicators resolve disputes.

Governing law: Residential Tenancies Act, 2018, S.N.L. 2018, c. R-14.2

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Entry rules

A landlord must give at least 24 hours' written notice to enter for non-emergency reasons.

Repairs

The landlord must keep the unit fit for habitation and in good repair.

Adjudicators

Residential Tenancies adjudicators decide landlord and tenant claims.

Deposits

Up to 75% of one month's rent, held in trust.

No contracting out

Terms conflicting with the Act are void.

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Not legal advice. Proprietio is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. The content on this page is informational and was researched from publicly available statutes and case law, but state and local landlord-tenant rules change frequently and vary by jurisdiction. For specific situations in Newfoundland and Labrador, consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction. Read full disclaimer.