Document background
The Room Lease Agreement is essential for situations where a landlord wishes to rent out individual rooms within a larger property in Canada. This type of agreement is commonly used in shared houses, student accommodations, or boarding houses where tenants have private sleeping quarters but share common facilities such as kitchens, bathrooms, or living areas. The document must comply with provincial residential tenancy laws while addressing the specific challenges of shared living arrangements. It includes provisions for rent, security deposits, utilities, use of common areas, maintenance responsibilities, and house rules. A properly drafted Room Lease Agreement helps prevent disputes by clearly defining the boundaries between private and shared spaces, establishing responsibilities for both landlord and tenant, and setting expectations for communal living. This agreement is particularly relevant in urban areas with high housing costs, university towns, and locations where shared housing arrangements are common.
