Alberta rental inspection report template

Alberta rules for this report

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• The landlord and tenant inspect the premises within one week before or after the tenant takes possession, and the landlord gives the tenant a report describing the condition of the premises as soon as the inspection is doneResidential Tenancies Act, RSA 2004, c R-17.1, s. 19 (1)
• The landlord and tenant inspect the premises again within one week before or after the tenant gives up possession, and the landlord gives the tenant a report describing the condition as soon as the inspection is doneResidential Tenancies Act, RSA 2004, c R-17.1, s. 19 (2)
• The landlord may inspect without the tenant only after proposing 2 inspection times, on different days that are not holidays and between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., and no adult tenant agrees to take partResidential Tenancies Act, RSA 2004, c R-17.1, s. 19 (3) and (4)
• Every inspection report contains the statements prescribed by regulation, signed as the regulation requires, starting with: Inspections should be conducted when the premises are vacant unless the landlord and tenant or their agents otherwise agreeResidential Tenancies Act, RSA 2004, c R-17.1, s. 19 (5) · Residential Tenancies Ministerial Regulation, Alta Reg 211/2004, s. 4 (1) and (2)
• When both sides take part, the landlord signs a statement of the date and who conducted the inspection, and the tenant signs either that they agree the report fairly represents the condition of the premises, or that they disagree and whyResidential Tenancies Ministerial Regulation, Alta Reg 211/2004, s. 4 (3)
• If the tenant refuses to sign, the landlord signs a statement saying so; if the tenant was not present, the landlord signs a statement that the inspection was conducted without themResidential Tenancies Ministerial Regulation, Alta Reg 211/2004, s. 4 (4) and (5)
• The landlord keeps a copy of each inspection report for at least 3 years after the tenancy endsResidential Tenancies Act, RSA 2004, c R-17.1, s. 19 (6)
• The landlord may not deduct for damage from the security deposit unless the inspection report requirements of section 19 have been metResidential Tenancies Act, RSA 2004, c R-17.1, s. 46 (6)
• Within 10 days after the tenant gives up possession, the landlord returns the deposit, or the balance with a statement of account showing what was used; if the amount cannot yet be determined, an estimated statement, then the rest and a final statement within 30 daysResidential Tenancies Act, RSA 2004, c R-17.1, s. 46 (2)
• No deduction may be made for normal wear and tear, meaning the deterioration that happens over time with use even though the premises receive reasonable care and maintenanceResidential Tenancies Act, RSA 2004, c R-17.1, s. 46 (1) (b) and (5)

What is in it

• Entry and hallwaysWalls and ceiling, Floor, Doors and locks, Lights and switches
• Living and dining areasWalls and ceiling, Floor and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Outlets, lights and switches
• KitchenStove, oven and range hood, Refrigerator and freezer, Dishwasher, Sink, faucet and drain, Counters and cabinets, Walls, ceiling and floor
• BedroomsWalls and ceilings, Floors and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Closets and doors
• BathroomsToilet, Tub, shower, grout and caulking, Sink, vanity and mirror, Exhaust fan, Walls, ceiling and floor
• Laundry and utilityWasher and dryer, Heating, cooling and thermostat, Water heater
• Safety devicesSmoke alarms tested, Carbon monoxide alarms tested, Fire extinguisher
• Exterior, parking and storageBalcony, patio or yard, Parking or garage, Storage
• Keys, fobs and remotesItem, Quantity, Notes

Rules last reviewed October 8, 2026. Read the full Alberta rental inspection report requirements.