NL Security Deposit Return Demand — Residential Tenancies Act, 2018
Stage-1 demand under Newfoundland & Labrador Residential Tenancies Act, 2018 (SNL 2018 c.R-14.2). 10-day return rule after vacancy; if landlord has a claim, requires written agreement OR Application to Director of Residential Tenancies at Service NL. Wear-and-tear deductions barred. Stage-2: Director Application, FREE filing. UPL-safe under Law Society Act 1999 (SNL 1999, c.L-9.1).
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Your NL tenancy
NL rule: landlord must return the deposit within 10 days of the tenant vacating. If the landlord has a claim against the deposit, the landlord and tenant create a written agreement on distribution, OR either party may apply to the Director of Residential Tenancies for determination.
This letter will cite
Newfoundland & Labrador Residential Tenancies Act, 2018, SNL 2018 c.R-14.2 — 10-day return rule, Director's authority; Law Society Act 1999 (SNL 1999, c.L-9.1) for UPL framing.
Stage-2: Application to Director of Residential Tenancies at Service NL.
The 10-day clock under the 2018 Act runs from this date.