🍁 Provincial Law Guide • Updated January 2025
Newfoundland & Labrador Landlord Tenant Laws 2025
Newfoundland and Labrador allows for flexibility in rent setting but mandates specific trust accounts for deposits within the province.
None
Rent Control
¾ Month
Deposit Limit
10 days
Deposit Return
3 months
Rent Notice
Security Deposit Rules
- Maximum Limit: 75% of first month's rent.
- Storage: Must be held in a trust account in a financial institution located in the province.
- Receipt: Mandatory written receipt.
- Return Deadline: 10 days after termination of tenancy (unless claim filed).
Eviction & Notice
Notice periods vary by type of tenancy and reason.
| Reason | Notice Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Non-payment of rent | 10 days | When 5+ days late |
| Material Breach | 1 month | Lease violation |
| No Cause (Month-to-Month) | 3 months | Written notice |
| Rent Increase | 3 months | Once per 12 months |
Manage NL Rentals with RentMouse
Ensure compliance with 3-month rent increase notices and trust account requirements.