Landlord & Tenant Rights in Prince Edward Island (2026)
Rent increases, eviction notices, security deposits, and dispute resolution: everything landlords and tenants need to know in Prince Edward Island.
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Where to File a Dispute in Prince Edward Island
Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission (IRAC)
https://peirentaloffice.ca/Filing fee: $20 for most applications
Legislation: Rental of Residential Property Act
Rent Increases in Prince Edward Island
Rent increases are limited
The Director of Residential Tenancy sets the annual allowable rent increase. A landlord who wants to increase rent above that amount must file a Form 9, Landlord Application to Request Additional Rent Increase, with the Rental Office. IRAC (the Commission) hears appeals of Rental Office decisions; it does not set the guideline or receive above-guideline applications directly.
Current guideline: The Director of Residential Tenancy has set the Annual Allowable Rent Increase, effective January 1, 2026, at 2% on all rental units, heated or unheated, including mobile home sites.
Calculate the maximum increase for Prince Edward Island →Notice required for a rent increase: 3 months' written notice, on Form 8; a landlord seeking more than the allowable amount files a Form 9 with the Rental Office
Eviction & Notice to End Tenancy
Month-to-month tenancy
Periodic (month-to-month) tenancies can only be ended for cause or own-use; landlords cannot end a periodic tenancy without a valid ground
Fixed-term tenancy
Fixed-term ends on the agreed date; tenant gives 1 month's written notice
Important forms & details
Non-payment: 20-day notice. Own-use/sale: 4 months' notice. Cause: 1 month written notice (Director may expedite serious cases). Landlords cannot end a periodic tenancy without cause or an approved reason.
Landlord entry: 24 hours' written notice; emergency excepted
Deposits in Prince Edward Island
Security Deposit
Max: One month's rent
Security deposit up to one month's rent. Returned within 10 days if no deductions, or 30 days with statement.
Last Month's Rent
No separate last month's rent deposit concept in PEI.
Pet Deposit
No additional deposits beyond the security deposit maximum.
Key Forms & Documents: Prince Edward Island
Form 4A
Notice of Termination (eviction with 10-day tenant dispute window)
Form 4B
Notice of Termination for Sale / Renovation / Own Use (1-month tenant dispute window)
Form 7
Notice of Termination or Restriction of Service
Prince Edward Island-specific things to know
- •PEI has formal rent control: the Director of Residential Tenancy sets the annual allowable increase, and a landlord seeking more files a Form 9 with the Rental Office, not IRAC.
- •IRAC hears appeals of Rental Office decisions; it does not decide rent applications in the first instance.
Common Questions
Can a landlord evict me without reason in Prince Edward Island?
Generally no. Prince Edward Island landlords need a valid reason (non-payment, damage, landlord's own use, etc.) and must follow the notice requirements in the Rental of Residential Property Act. An eviction without proper grounds can be challenged at the IRAC.
What can a landlord deduct from my security deposit?
Landlords can deduct for unpaid rent and damage beyond normal wear and tear. They cannot deduct for: minor scuffs or nail holes, carpet wear from normal use, or general cleaning that was already needed. An itemized statement must be provided.
How do I file a complaint against my landlord (or tenant) in Prince Edward Island?
File an application with the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission at https://peirentaloffice.ca/. Filing fee: $20 for most applications. Gather your evidence (lease, notices, photos, messages) before filing.
My landlord wants to enter without notice. Is that legal?
In most cases, no. Prince Edward Island requires 24 hours' written notice; emergency excepted. Entry without notice (except for emergencies) is generally a breach of the tenant's right to quiet enjoyment and can be raised as a complaint at the IRAC.
Official sources
- Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission: https://peirentaloffice.ca/
- Rental of Residential Property Act →
Last updated: July 2026
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