Legal Resources

This page explains the law around rent increases. Topics covered include when rent can be increased, the current annual increase percentage, and how to dispute unlawful rent increases.

Provides links to essential tenancy forms grouped by topic: starting a tenancy, rent increases, dispute resolution, dispute resolution decisions and orders, ending a tenancy, and condition inspection. Forms listed alphabetically and by number are also available.

This resource explains that landlords and tenants must end tenancies lawfully. Learn about landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities when ending a tenancy. Other topics include options for tenants to end a tenancy, evictions, mutual agreement to end a tenancy, special circumstances to end a tenancy, breaking a lease, and more.

Information for landlords and tenants about their rights and responsibilities during a tenancy. Covers topics such as rent increases, repairs, landlord’s access to rental properties, possession of the rental unit, quiet enjoyment, changes to the tenancy agreement, serving notices, etc. Includes forms.

Dispute resolution is the formal process to resolve conflicts between landlords and tenants. It should be the last step in dealing with a tenancy conflict if you're unable to work out a tenancy issue. This page provides information about the dispute resolution process and includes a link to the online application.

This information sheet provides an overview of information about rent, such as amount of rent, paying rent, forms of payment, unpaid rent or utilities, co-tenants, withholding rents, and rent increases. Includes references to information and forms available on BC Residential Tenancy Branch website.

Each strata has its own set of rules, called bylaws, that cover various aspects of living there. These rules might limit or ban things like owning pets, renting out your unit for short periods, or smoking indoors. This resource includes information for both landlords and strata tenants.

This resource provides practical information on your rights when renting or living in a co-op. Topics include a playbook for tenants, co-op disputes and evictions, and your rights when living in a mobile home.

Learn about funding and financing programs for reconstructing, renovating, or preserving housing for Indigenous communities, whether on reserve or off reserve.

This resource discusses the importance of good communication and clear documentation during a renovation, and the specific responsibilities of the renovator and homeowner. It highlights the use of change orders for alterations or extra work and the necessity for homeowner approval before any work that results in added costs.