Tenants cannot withhold rent for any reason.
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If a tenant wants to sublet, they must request their landlord’s permission in writing. The landlord has 14 days to respond.
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Landlords can charge non-refundable pet fees.
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Tenants cannot have pets unless their landlord gives them permission.
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Landlords must usually provide 24 hours notice to enter the property.
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The security deposit must be kept in a trust account.
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A security deposit can only be worth one month’s rent.
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Landlords can evict tenants in the winter.
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Landlords must provide screens for windows that are used for ventilation during warm months. For more info, go to repairs.
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If the landlord shares living space (kitchen, living room) with the tenant, then the Residential Tenancies Act does not apply.