Tenants

Resources

Forms

Disclosure-for-Residential-Tenancies
Rental-Application-Form-1

FAQ

At Alwynds, we believe that knowledge is power. Feel free to ask us a question on our contact page. We will post the answer on our website so that others who may have the same question can see and become informed also.

How often can the rent be increased.

A landlord may increase the rent once a year – again with correct notice.  Each year the maximum allowable increase rate is posted on the RTB website starting in September for the following year.  For 2023 the maximum allowable increase is 2.0%

When will I get my damage deposit back

After a tenant has moved out and given the landlord a forwarding address in writing, the landlord has 15 days to:

  1. Return the deposit(s) with any interest to the tenant
  2. Ask the tenant to agree in writing to any deductions and return the difference to the tenant
  3. Apply for dispute resolution asking to keep all or some of a deposit

I didn't have a pet at move in, can I get one now?

Before getting any pet, even if its to replace one that you had that may have passed, always ask your landlord.  There may be an application to fill out that will also set expectations such as dogs must be under 30lbs.  A pet deposit will also be required which is equal to 1/2 months rent.  You will get this back when you move out provided your pet has not caused any damage.