New Brunswick rental forms
Security Deposit Claim
A landlord uses this form to claim against a tenant's deposit for unpaid rent or damage beyond normal wear and tear. The deposit is held by Service New Brunswick, so the claim goes to them.
Landlord · From Service New Brunswick
What it is
This is the form a landlord files to claim some or all of a deposit. The Office reviews it, and an officer decides if the parties disagree.
When to use it
- A tenant has moved out owing rent, or has caused damage beyond normal wear and tear.
The rule in New Brunswick
The landlord has seven days after the tenancy ends to file a claim. Without a valid claim, the deposit goes back to the tenant.
A landlord cannot deduct from the deposit on their own. Keep proof, such as a signed inspection report and dated photos.
How to fill it
- 1
Enter the tenant's name, the rental address, and the amount you are claiming.
- 2
Set out the reason, with proof of unpaid rent or damage.
- 3
File it with Service New Brunswick within seven days of the tenancy ending.
Common mistakes
- Claiming for normal wear and tear, which is not allowed.
- Missing the seven-day window to file.
Common questions
How long does a landlord have to claim a deposit in New Brunswick?
Seven days after the tenancy ends. If no valid claim is filed, the deposit is returned to the tenant.
Can a landlord keep the deposit for normal wear?
No. A claim can only be for unpaid rent or damage beyond normal wear and tear, and it must be supported by evidence.
This is general information, not legal advice. The official form comes from Service New Brunswick, and the Tenant and Landlord Relations Office decides disputes. Have a question? Ask the rental assistant.
