4 Newfoundland and Labrador lease clauses landlords add that don't actually work
These show up in homemade and copy-pasted leases all the time. None of them are enforceable under the Residential Tenancies Act — even when both parties sign. We've cited the specific statute or regulation for each.
Important. Provincial tenancy law in Newfoundland and Labrador is governed by the Residential Tenancies Act, 2018, S.N.L. 2018, c. R-14.2. Disputes are heard by the Residential Tenancies Division (Service NL). This page is general information, not legal advice — when in doubt, consult a paralegal or lawyer.
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"Security deposit equal to one month's rent"
NL caps the security deposit at 0.75 of one month's rent.
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"No interest on the security deposit"
Interest at the rate set by regulation must be paid on the security deposit.
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"Tenant is responsible for all repairs"
Landlord's repair obligation is non-waivable.
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"No pets allowed (no exceptions)"
No-pets clauses cannot be applied to service animals under the NL Human Rights Act.
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