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Lease Renewal Notice: Your Guide for the Renewal Period<\/h1>\n

As the year comes to an end, it\u2019s time for property managers to prepare their lease renewal notices! With leases mostly ending on June 30th, it\u2019s time to plan these notices to meet the legal deadline.<\/p>\n

To help you prepare, we discuss notice of changes, rent increases, and your rights and responsibilities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Lease Renewal, Administrative Housing Tribunal<\/h2>\n

In Quebec, the management of residential leases<\/span><\/a> is governed by the Tribunal Administratif du Logement (formerly the R\u00e9gie du logement).<\/p>\n

This law clearly defines rules regarding lease renewals, including those governing rent increases or lease modifications.<\/p>\n

Note that a residential lease is automatically renewed when it expires. Thus, if you forget to send a renewal notice to your tenants, their lease will be renewed under the same conditions. If you wish to make changes to the lease, such as a rent increase, you must send a renewal notice.<\/p>\n

It is crucial that the renewal notice not only meets the deadlines but also follows the format and content prescribed by the law. Failure to meet these requirements can lead to legal consequences, including the invalidity of the notice or disputes with tenants.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Timeline for Submitting a Notice of Lease Condition Modification<\/h2>\n

The landlord or property manager is required to send a lease renewal notice to tenants within a specific timeframe before the end of the current lease. The timeframe depends on the type of lease.<\/strong><\/p>\n

For example, for a lease of 12 months or more, the notice must be sent 3 to 6 months before the end of the lease.<\/strong> For a lease of less than 12 months<\/strong> and for an indefinite-term lease, the notice must be sent 1 to 2 months before the end of the lease period.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Sending and Proof of Receipt of Lease Renewal<\/h2>\n

To avoid any ambiguity or dispute regarding the receipt of the lease renewal notice, it is essential to adopt a sending method that allows confirmation of receipt by the tenant. Here are some recommended methods to ensure reliable proof of receipt:<\/p>\n

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  1. Sending by registered mail: One of the safest methods is to send the notice by registered mail. This method provides traceability and proof of receipt, as the tenant must sign to confirm receiving the document.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Hand delivery with acknowledgment of receipt: Handing the notice directly to the tenant is also a viable option. In this case, it is advisable to ask the tenant to sign an acknowledgment of receipt. This provides tangible proof that the tenant has received the notice.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Use of electronic solutions: Tools like<\/span> electronic leasing<\/span><\/a> can not only send the notice electronically but also track and confirm the exact moment when the tenant opened the delivery.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    We advise you to carefully evaluate the costs (in time and money) of each of these options to make an informed choice based on your needs. Some may take more time and\/or have a higher cost to achieve the same result.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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    What Should a Lease Renewal Notice Contain?<\/h2>\n

    To be valid in the eyes of the Tribunal Administratif du Logement<\/span><\/a>, the lease renewal notice must contain the following elements:<\/p>\n<\/div>

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    1. Rent Amount<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
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    The rent amount must be clearly stated to allow the tenant to make an informed decision.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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    2. Modification of Lease Duration <\/h3><\/div><\/div>
    A modification of the lease duration (whether to extend or shorten it) must be explicitly mentioned in the notice.<\/p>\n

    This allows the tenant to understand the duration of the commitment they are about to renew.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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    3. Response Time of the Tenant<\/h3><\/div><\/div>
    It is essential to inform the tenant of the time they have to respond to the notice. Usually, a 30-day period is granted to allow the tenant to decide whether to accept the new lease conditions.<\/p>\n

    Be cautious; your rent increase notice may not be valid if it implies that the tenant cannot refuse it.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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    4. Other Lease Modifications <\/h3><\/div><\/div>
    The lease renewal notice can also include information about other modifications to the lease. For example, the addition or retrieval of parking space, storage space, or other amendments to the current lease conditions.<\/p>\n

    These modifications must be detailed so that the tenant fully understands the proposed changes.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

    How to Determine a Rent Increase?<\/h2>\n<\/div>

    As there is no fixed rate for rent increases, it is important to consider certain factors to avoid an unjustified increase.<\/p>\n

    Rent increase must be motivated by various elements such as:<\/p>\n