The Rental Standards of Maintenance Bylaw sets minimum standards of maintenance for rental units and residential properties.
The purpose of this bylaw is to ensure the health, safety and protection of tenants, increase the standard of living for the rental community and improve regulation of residential rental businesses.
The bylaw aligns with the Residential Tenancy Act, which requires landlords to provide and maintain residential properties that meet the required health, safety, and housing standards.
The Rental Standards of Maintenance Bylaw applies to all rental units and residential properties regulated by the Residential Tenancy Act.
The Residential Tenancy Act in British Columbia outlines the legal framework for the rental housing market in the province. The act provides a set of rules and regulations for both landlords and tenants, covering a wide range of topics such as:
The Residential Tenancy Act provides a fair and neutral way to resolve disputes between landlords and tenants and helps to enforce the rights and responsibilities of both parties.
If you have a concern regarding compliance with one of the Town Bylaws, the Bylaw Compliance Department requires you to fill out a written Bylaw Complaint Form with your name, address, and phone number as well as a detailed description of the alleged bylaw violation. You can get a Bylaw Complaint Form online or at the Town Hall.
Forms may be received in various ways:
It is recommended that each resident of the Town of Creston attempt to resolve their issues before contacting the Town Office for assistance.
Everyone has the right to be free from discrimination when renting an apartment, house, co-op unit, or other space.
Landlords and others have a duty not to discriminate regarding tenancy. This includes a duty to take all reasonable steps to avoid a negative effect based on a personal characteristic. This is called the “duty to accommodate”.
Tenancy discrimination refers to poor treatment based on a personal characteristic regarding renting a space, the terms and conditions of a tenancy, or being evicted. If the poor treatment is justified, then there is no discrimination.
These are the personal characteristics protected in tenancy:
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To file a human rights complaint see HERE for further information.