Moving Out
Moving Out
Inspecting the Rental Unit
At the end of a tenancy , a landlord and tenant must inspect the rental unit together – this is sometimes called a “ walk-through .” This should be done when the unit is empty and once the tenant moves out and before the new tenant moves in . The tenant isn ’ t responsible for reasonable wear and tear of the rental unit .
STEP 1 : Schedule the Inspection
STEP 2 : Bring the Move-In Inspection Report The landlord should bring along a printed copy of the Condition Inspection Report that was completed at the start of the tenancy . That completed report will serve as an official record of the rental unit ’ s condition .
STEP 3 : Conduct the Inspection Walk through the rental unit and write down any damages on the inspection report – this doesn ’ t include damages from normal wear and tear . Be sure all damages and concerns are noted in the report – it ’ s a good idea to take photos , if possible . These items can be submitted as evidence if there ’ s a dispute about the rental unit ’ s condition at the end of the tenancy .
STEP 4 : Sign the Condition Inspection Report The landlord and tenant must sign and date the inspection report . If a tenant disagrees with the landlord ’ s assessment , they should note any concerns or comments on the report before signing it .
STEP 5 : Distribute Copies Within 15 days of the inspection , the landlord must provide a copy of the completed Condition Inspection Report . If there are more than two landlords or two tenants , the landlord should include the additional names on a separate form .
Moving Fees
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A landlord can charge a fee for moving between units in a multi-tenanted building if the tenant requests the move . This must be stated in the tenancy agreement , and the fee cannot be more than $ 15 or 3 % of the monthly rent – whichever is greater . A landlord can also charge the tenant a fee if it is required by a strata corporation for moving out of a strata building .
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