New Brunswick renting guide
Landlord entry and privacy in New Brunswick
Your landlord can enter, but they have to give notice in most cases. How much notice depends on why they are coming.
Can my landlord enter my apartment without notice in New Brunswick?
For tenants
Expect at least 24 hours notice for an inspection or a showing, and seven days for routine maintenance. In a real emergency a landlord can enter with no notice. You have the right to quiet enjoyment of your home the rest of the time.
For landlords
Give 24 hours notice for inspections and showings, and seven days for routine maintenance. No notice is needed in an emergency. You cannot cut off essential services like heat, water, or power to push a tenant out.
The key facts
- Inspections & showings
- 24 hours notice
- Routine maintenance
- 7 days notice
- Emergencies
- No notice needed
Common questions
How much notice before my landlord enters?
Generally 24 hours for inspections and showings, seven days for routine maintenance, and none for an emergency.
Sources
This is general information, not legal advice. For a decision on your situation, contact Tenant and Landlord Relations Office (formerly the Residential Tenancies Tribunal).
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