Knock, Knock: A Landlord's Guide To Accessing A Rental Unit

When it comes to accessing a tenant's rental unit, the Residential Tenancy Act has always opened the door for landlords in a variety of circumstances. These circumstances continue today, albeit in a modified form as a result of updated protocols to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. Before walking into any rental unit, a landlord should ensure that they follow the process, step by step.

Come On In

The law allows landlords to enter a rental unit in many situations. In all situations, the landlord's purpose for entry must be "reasonable." The following situations have been recognized as a reasonable purpose for entry:

• To conduct the move-in and move-out condition inspection;