Direct Request Process
February 8, 2010
Direct request for an Order of Possession when rent is not paid. Information available:
Deposit Interest Rate for 2010
January 4, 2010
The 2010 interest rate on security and pet damage deposits is 0.0%.
The rate is set according to regulation part1, section 4. The online deposit interest calculator has been updated for this year's rate.
If you would like to learn more about security and pet damage deposits, we invite you to read the fact sheets Security Deposits and Pet Damage Deposits and Returning the Security Deposit or Pet Damage Deposit.
Tenants and Landlords - Watch a video and learn about your rights and responsibilities
September 10, 2009
The video illustrates the various aspects of successful tenancies from the start to the end of a tenancy. The video was designed for new tenants. Professionals working with young adults are encouraged to view the video in small group settings or guide viewers to the site.
The video can be viewed in full or by topic segments.
Allowable Rent Increases for 2010
August 31, 2009
Conventional Residential Tenancies:
- For a conventional residential tenancy rent increase that takes effect in 2010, the allowable increase is 3.2 per cent.
- The annual allowable rent increase for conventional residential tenancies is determined by the formula in the Residential Tenancy Regulation.
Manufactured Home Park Tenancies:
- For a manufactured home park tenancy rent increase that takes effect in 2010, the allowable increase is 3.2 per cent plus a proportional amount. For a definition of the proportional amount and for more information please see the Rent Increase Formula for Manufactured Home Parks fact sheet.
- The annual allowable rent increase for manufactured home park tenancies is determined by the formula in the Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Regulation.
Residential Tenancy Branch forms required for rent increases are available at www.rto.gov.bc.ca/content/formsFees/default.aspx.
Tenants aged 60 and over may be eligible for rent subsidies under the BC Housing SAFER program. Low-income families may be eligible for rent subsidies through the Rental Assistance Program. Further information is available from BC Housing at 1-800-257-7756 or www.bchousing.org.
The Kelowna office has moved
July 28, 2009
The Kelowna office is now located at 305 - 478 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6N7. The office is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 4:30.
