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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