At a glance
A qualifying CRA report prepared within 30 days must include extensive screening information; landlords that accept it cannot charge an application or access fee.
For renters
Acceptance must be disclosed
Landlords must tell prospective tenants whether reusable reports are accepted.
A qualifying report has specific coverage
Statutory elements include credit, applicable criminal and eviction history, income/employment, address and rental history.
Fee protections follow acceptance
If a landlord accepts a qualifying reusable report, the statute prohibits an application fee and access fee.
For landlords and property teams
Document your acceptance policy
The statute permits notice on listing pages, websites, application pages or another effective method.
Review material-change declarations
Participating landlords may request confirmation of no material changes in defined categories.
Apply report criteria accurately
Assess the report’s source, 30-day timing and required contents rather than labeling any PDF as reusable.
Eligibility and fee treatment depend on the exact report, landlord practice and applicable law. This guide is general information, not a legal determination or advice. Use the primary sources and consult qualified counsel for a specific dispute or policy.