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3 Northwest Territories 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 Northwest Territories is governed by the Residential Tenancies Act, R.S.N.W.T. 1988, c. R-5. Disputes are heard by the Office of the Rental Officer (Northwest Territories). This page is general information, not legal advice — when in doubt, consult a paralegal or lawyer.

  1. 1

    "Security deposit equal to two months' rent"

    NWT caps the security deposit at one month's rent.

    RTA (NT) s. 14

  2. 2

    "No interest on the security deposit"

    Interest at the rate set by regulation must be paid annually.

    RTA (NT) s. 16

  3. 3

    "Tenant is responsible for all repairs"

    Landlord's repair obligation is non-waivable.

    RTA (NT) s. 30

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Not legal advice. NestBord generates a self-serve residential lease that includes the clauses required by the applicable provincial Residential Tenancies Act. The document is not a substitute for review by a licensed paralegal or lawyer, particularly for unusual situations, complex co-tenancies, or commercial use.