A landlord owning a house in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is preparing a new residential lease agreement. Which of the following clauses is legally mandatory to include in the lease, according to the Nova Scotia Residential Tenancies Act?

Question: A landlord owning a house in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is preparing a new residential lease agreement. Which of the following clauses is legally mandatory to include in the lease, according to the Nova Scotia Residential Tenancies Act?

Answer options:

• A clause prohibiting pets without express written landlord approval. ✅ A clause specifying the conditions under which the landlord can enter the rental unit.
• A clause allowing for automatic rent increases every 12 months in line with inflation.
• A clause requiring the tenant to carry personal tenant insurance.

Correct answer: A clause specifying the conditions under which the landlord can enter the rental unit.

Explanation: The Nova Scotia Residential Tenancies Act (Section 15) outlines the landlord's right of entry and requires that the notice period and conditions for entry be clearly stated in the lease agreement.