New Brunswick rental tools
Is my rent increase legal in New Brunswick?
Enter your numbers and we will check them against New Brunswick's rules: the 3% cap, the six-month notice, and the first-year rule. It takes a few seconds, and every rule links to the official source.
How rent increases work in New Brunswick
New Brunswick caps annual rent increases at 3%. A landlord can raise the rent only once in any 12-month period, and never in the first year of a tenancy. They must give at least 6months’ written notice before the new rent starts.
If you think an increase breaks these rules, you can ask the Tenant and Landlord Relations Office (formerly the Residential Tenancies Tribunal) to review it within 60 days of getting the notice. There is no fee to ask.
Common questions
What is the maximum rent increase in New Brunswick?
New Brunswick caps rent increases at 3% in any 12-month period. The cap is maintained for the 2027 calendar year, with the next review in May 2027.
How much notice does my landlord have to give?
At least six months' written notice before the new rent starts, and the rent can only go up once in any 12-month period.
Can my landlord raise the rent in my first year?
No. No increase is allowed in the first 12 months of a tenancy.
What can I do if my increase is too high?
You can ask the Tenant and Landlord Relations Office to review it within 60 days of getting the notice, free of charge. A landlord can apply for an above-cap increase only for major renovations.
