Landlord Handling Deceased Tenants Belongings

Summary

The Residential Tenancy Act (RTA) in British Columbia mandates that landlords handle a deceased tenants belongings with care. They cannot simply dispose of or confiscate items without adhering to proper legal procedures. Typically, the landlord must store the belongings for a specified period before disposal. For more information, you can contact the Government of British Columbia Residential Tenancy Branch at 1-800-665-8779 or visit their website at www.Gov.Bc.Ca/landlordtenant.

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the landlord was given the keys to the apartment and told that he could pack the stuff or toss.
I'm sorry to hear about your friend's situation. Here are some key points to consider:
- The Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) in Alberta requires the landlord to handle a tenant's belongings with care.
- The landlord cannot simply dispose of or confiscate items without following proper legal processes.
- Typically, the landlord must store the belongings for a specified period before disposal.
~Government of Alberta Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS)
Phone: *-*-*-*
Website: www.alberta.ca/residential-tenancy-dispute-resolution-service.aspx

Would you like more detailed information on how to proceed with this matter?
i am in BC
Thank you for clarifying your location. Here are some key points regarding your situation in British Columbia:
- The Residential Tenancy Act (RTA) in BC requires landlords to handle a tenant's belongings with care.
- The landlord cannot simply dispose of or confiscate items without following proper legal processes.
- Typically, the landlord must store the belongings for a specified period before disposal.
~Government of British Columbia Residential Tenancy Branch
Phone: *-*-*-*
Website: www.gov.bc.ca/landlordtenant

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