Decisions

An Application is made under Action by Landlord when a tenant is seeking specific action by the Landlord, such as repairs, snow removal, etc.

• Decision #: 200702950 [- 27.41 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenants gave improper notice to quit before possession.

• Decision #: 200703228 [- 22.33 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord moved into the tenant's rental unit. Tenant wants landlord to leave.

• Decision #: 200703598 [- 23.34 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks action from landlord to remedy condition of premises.

• Decision #: 200702966 [- 27.20 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks payment of money for lost wages and rent paid due to the condition of the rental unit. Landlord seeks termination of tenancy.

• Decision #: 200704036 [- 23.09 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The tenant is seeking repair of her bath tub drain and the moldy windows. Is the Landlord responsible for these repairs? Is the tenant entitled to compensation for repairs not done?

• Decision #: 200703664 [- 24.36 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks compensation from landlord due to condition of premises.

• Decision #: 200702866 [- 23.10 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears. Tenant seeks compensation for condition of premises.

• Decision #: 200702795 [- 26.00 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenants seeks disposition of security deposit, landlord claims improper notice to quit.

• Decision #: 200701202 [- 24.10 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks rental arrears and security deposit. Tenant seeks compensation for damage to property and inconvenience.

• Decision #: 200701920 [- 22.71 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks compensation due to landlord barring entry doors and placing belongings outdoors.

• Decision #: 200703393 [- 22.62 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This is an application filed by the tenant for payment of money, any action by landlord or tenant, compliance with a lease.

• Decision #: 200702954 [- 24.36 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks termination of tenancy.

An Application is made under Action by Tenant when the Landlord wants a tenant to perform a specific act such as removing debris, or complying with a specific term of a lease.

• Decision #: 200700828 [- 26.49 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks reimbursement for damage after fire.

An Application is made under Condition of Premises when the landlord has failed to maintain a rental unit in a state fit for people to live in. This could include issues with mold, disconnection of heat, water, or electricity when provided by the landlord, and other concerns of this nature.

• Decision #: 200701883 [- 25.03 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy due to tenant behaviour - safety and security. Tenant seeks reimbursement due to condition of unit.

• Decision #: 200702950 [- 27.41 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenants gave improper notice to quit before possession.

• Decision #: 200702966 [- 27.20 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks payment of money for lost wages and rent paid due to the condition of the rental unit. Landlord seeks termination of tenancy.

• Decision #: 200704036 [- 23.09 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The tenant is seeking repair of her bath tub drain and the moldy windows. Is the Landlord responsible for these repairs? Is the tenant entitled to compensation for repairs not done?

• Decision #: 200703664 [- 24.36 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks compensation from landlord due to condition of premises.

• Summary of Issue: 200702734 [- 27.69 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of payment of rental arrears. Tenants refuse on grounds of condition of premises.

• Decision #: 200703224 [- 25.49 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of money and disposition of a security deposit. This is also an application by the tenant seeks termination of tenancy.

• Decision #: 200703302 [- 22.66 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The tenants are seeking payment of money, action by the landlord, repairs and compliance with a lease.

• Decision #: 200702388 [- 26.74 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears. Tenant feels services were reduced without reduction in rent.

• Decision #: 200703098 [- 24.67 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks disposition of security deposit for repairs.

• Decision #: 200701759 [- 22.86 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeking unpaid rent and cleaning costs.

If a landlord discovers damage to a rental unit either during the occupancy by the tenant, or after the tenant has left the premises, the landlord may file an Application to Director to request that the tenant pay for any damages to the rental unit, providing this damage may be proven by either in and out inspections of the unit, or through photographs, invoices for repairs, etc.

• Decision #: 200702160 [- 21.75 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeking termination of tenancy, payment of rental arrears and repairs.

• Decision #: 200702964 [- 29.58 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears, repairs and compensation for damage to premises. Tenant seeks disposition of security deposit, payment for repairs made and oil reimbursement.

• Decision #: 200703666 [- 23.56 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears, repairs and compensation for damage to premises.

• Decision #: 200700828 [- 26.49 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks reimbursement for damage after fire.

• Decision #: 200703411 [- 24.59 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks compensation for repairs caused by damage to the premises.

• Decision #: 200702216 [- 24.06 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks disposition of security deposit.

• Decision #: 200700379 [- 26.04 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rent and reimbursement for repairs.

• Decision #: 200701151 [- 31.48 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Hearing regarding improper notice to quit, damages, payment of rental arrears and vacant possession.

• Decision #: 200702206 [- 27.35 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks disposition of security deposit, compensation for repairs, and removal of tenant's property.

• Decision #: 200703860 [- 22.90 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The landlord seeks payment of money and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200702438 [- 23.51 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The landlords are seeks payment of rental arrears, disposition of a security deposit and repairs.

• Decision #: 200701243 [- 22.53 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord requesting termination of tenancy, seeking disposition of a security deposit and payment of money.

• Decision #: 200703292 [- 22.80 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of money and disposition of a security deposit

• Decision #: 200700257 [- 29.93 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears, disposition of a security deposit, and repairs.

• Decision #: 200703409 [- 23.68 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears, disposition of a security deposit, and compensation for repairs

• Decision #: 200703189 [- 26.67 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200702282 [- 24.92 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The tenant seeks payment of money and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200703947 [- 22.65 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Is the Landlord entitled to termination of the tenancy and vacant possession of the residential premises?

• Decision #: 200700510 [- 24.58 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Security deposit and notice to quit dispute.

• Decision #: 200700158 [- 28.90 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks disposition of Security Deposit, Landlord seeks compensation for repairs and lost rent.

• Decision #: 200700387 [- 26.00 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The landlord's application is for payment of money, disposition of a security deposit, and repairs.

An Application under Entry Doors is usually made by a tenant in situations where a landlord has changed the locks to the rental unit while the tenant is officially still in residence.

• Decision #: 200701920 [- 22.71 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks compensation due to landlord barring entry doors and placing belongings outdoors.

• Decision #: 200700600 [- 26.52 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenants seek return of belongings after landlord barring entry doors. Landlord seeks disposition of a security deposit and reimbursement for expenses.

• Decision #: 200703618 [- 26.29 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant filing for compensation due to landlord barring entry doors.

An Application is made under Notice to Quit when a tenant wishes to leave before the end of their lease, if a notice to quit is given incorrectly by a landlord or tenant, or if the landlord wishes to evict a tenant under reasons set out within the Residential Tenancies Act.

• Decision #: 200701984 [- 28.90 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy due to tenant behaviour.

• Decision #: 200702950 [- 27.41 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenants gave improper notice to quit before possession.

• Decision #: 200702964 [- 29.58 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears, repairs and compensation for damage to premises. Tenant seeks disposition of security deposit, payment for repairs made and oil reimbursement.

• Decision #: 200703239 [- 25.18 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This is an application filed by the landlord for the payment of money and disposition of a security deposit.

• Summary of Issue: 200702734 [- 27.69 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of payment of rental arrears. Tenants refuse on grounds of condition of premises.

• Decision #: 200700379 [- 26.04 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rent and reimbursement for repairs.

• Decision #: 200701151 [- 31.48 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Hearing regarding improper notice to quit, damages, payment of rental arrears and vacant possession.

• Decision #: 200703772 [- 22.61 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenants seek proper notice to quit.

• Decision #: 200700510 [- 24.58 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Security deposit and notice to quit dispute.

If a tenant's rent is overdue, but the landlord does not wish to evict the tenant, the landlord may file an Application to Director. A decision would define what amount should be paid by the tenant and set a date for repayment. Through mediation, the landlord and tenant may be able to arrange a schedule for repayment, rather than requiring one lump sum payment.

• Decision #: 200702942 [- 25.15 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Breach of contract by landlord. Refund of rent to tenants.

• Decision #: 200800115 [- 22.29 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy on safety and security grounds.

• Decision #: 200702262 [- 23.77 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks compensation for theft of belongings. (dismissed)

• Decision #: 200703142 [- 22.82 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy and payment of money, guidance on a rent-to-own contract.

An Application is made under Reduction or Deletion of Service in cases where a landlord has changed the terms of a lease without also changing the terms of rent. i.e. removing a laundry room from a building, beginning to charge tenants for heat/hot water when not declared in the lease, etc.

• Decision #: 200702388 [- 26.74 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears. Tenant feels services were reduced without reduction in rent.

Landlords of Mobile Home Parks are required to provide detailed information in support of a rent increase when that increase is appealed by a tenant.

• Decision #: 200603934 [- 27.37 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Review of notice of rent increase – land lease community.

• Decision #: 200702789 [- 24.70 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This Application to Director was filed by the tenant on August 28, 2007 pursuant to Section 11A of the Residential Tenancies Act in regards to the review of a Notice of Rent Increase effective March 1, 2008.

An Application is made under Safety and Security in cases where a tenant or occupant's behaviour causes problems for the landlord, the building, or for other tenants. This can be due to anything from entering the units of other tenants without permission, to loud partying, to causing damage to the building that endangers others.

• Decision #: 200701984 [- 28.90 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy due to tenant behaviour.

• Decision #: 200800005 [- 27.71 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks rental arrears and termination of tenancy on safety and security grounds.

• Decision #: 200703947 [- 22.65 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Is the Landlord entitled to termination of the tenancy and vacant possession of the residential premises?

• Decision #: 200702672 [- 26.14 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy under safety and security provisions.

• Decision #: 200702666 [- 26.83 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This is an application by the landlord seeking termination of tenancy.

• Decision #: 200701684 [- 22.56 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy due to tenant behaviour - safety and security - and the quiet enjoyment of other tenants.

A landlord may make an Application to retain the security deposit to pay for cleaning or repairs that go beyond normal wear and tear in a rental unit.

A tenant may file an Application if they disagree with the landlord about the return of their security deposit, or if ten days time has passed without the landlord returning the deposit.

• Decision #: 200700158 [- 28.90 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks disposition of Security Deposit, Landlord seeks compensation for repairs and lost rent.

• Decision #: 200700387 [- 26.00 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The landlord's application is for payment of money, disposition of a security deposit, and repairs.

• Decision #: 200702759 [- 22.89 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks payment of money (disposition of a security deposit).

• Decision #: 200702884 [- 25.60 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord and Tenant are in disagreement about security deposit.

• Decision #: 200703112 [- 22.41 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks disposition of security deposit.

• Decision #: 200703248 [- 25.59 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenants/Landlord seek payment of money (disposition of a security deposit).

• Decision #: 200703263 [- 21.90 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of damage deposit.

Applications for Termination of Tenancy are usually made in conjunction with Applications for issues such as Unduly Interfering or Damage to Premises where the need to end the tenancy may not be explicit in the Residential Tenancies Act.

• Decision #: 200702160 [- 21.75 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeking termination of tenancy, payment of rental arrears and repairs.

• Decision #: 200702795 [- 26.00 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenants seeks disposition of security deposit, landlord claims improper notice to quit.

• Decision #: 200702526 [- 21.68 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks vacant possession.

• Decision #: 200701243 [- 22.53 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord requesting termination of tenancy, seeking disposition of a security deposit and payment of money.

• Decision #: 200701300 [- 23.13 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Termination of tenancy – security of tenure.

• Decision #: 200800115 [- 22.29 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy on safety and security grounds.

• Decision #: 200703947 [- 22.65 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Is the Landlord entitled to termination of the tenancy and vacant possession of the residential premises?

• Decision #: 200702112 [- 23.22 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy, payment of rental arrears and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200702352 [- 25.52 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy & vacant possession for cause.

• Decision #: 200700510 [- 24.58 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Security deposit and notice to quit dispute.

• Decision #: 200702954 [- 24.36 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks termination of tenancy.

• Decision #: 200700868 [- 24.05 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy and payment of money. Tenants counterclaim for breach of lease.

• Decision #: 200702666 [- 26.83 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This is an application by the landlord seeking termination of tenancy.

• Decision #: 200700537 [- 25.15 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy, payment of rental arrears, disposition of a security deposit, and repairs.

• Decision #: 200701684 [- 22.56 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy due to tenant behaviour - safety and security - and the quiet enjoyment of other tenants.

An Application under Unduly Interfering is made by a tenant in situations where a landlord or landlord's agent is overstepping the boundaries of their authority, i.e. unauthorized access to a unit.

• Decision #: 200703228 [- 22.33 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord moved into the tenant's rental unit. Tenant wants landlord to leave.

• Decision #: 200700379 [- 26.04 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rent and reimbursement for repairs.

• Decision #: 200703618 [- 26.29 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant filing for compensation due to landlord barring entry doors.

When rent remains unpaid for 30 days or more for a year-to-year or month-to-month lease, a landlord may issue a Notice to Quit, and file an Application to Director seeking to collect the payment of overdue rent. The landlord can seek to have the tenant leave the premises by a date defined in the decision.

• Decision #: 200701964 [- 27.56 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeking termination of tenancy and payment of rental arrears.

• Decision #: 200702045 [- 21.86 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy and vacant possession due to rental arrears.

• Decision #: 200800005 [- 27.71 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks rental arrears and termination of tenancy on safety and security grounds.

• Decision #: 200800073 [- 22.10 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeking payment of rental arrears and termination of tenancy.

• Decision #: 200702866 [- 23.10 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears. Tenant seeks compensation for condition of premises.

• Decision #: 200700979 [- 21.95 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy for condition of lot in a land lease community as well as rental arrears. Landlord also seeks payment of money.

• Decision #: 200701858 [- 22.72 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy, payment of money and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200702112 [- 23.22 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy, payment of rental arrears and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200700868 [- 24.05 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy and payment of money. Tenants counterclaim for breach of lease.

• Decision #: 200703786 [- 23.51 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This is an application filed by the landlord for the termination of tenancy, payment of money and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200704110 [- 23.00 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This is an application filed by the landlord for the termination of tenancy, payment of money and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200700092 [- 25.61 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks termination of tenancy and payment of rental arrears

• Decision #: 200701619 [- 22.67 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears and vacant possession of premises.

• Decision #: 200701637 [- 22.33 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears and vacant possession of premises. Previous agreement to waive rent in lieu of repairs.

• Decision #: 200703323 [- 22.02 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks payment of money, any action by landlord, compliance with a lease.

• Decision #: 200703906 [- 22.27 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenant seeks compensation for condition of premises and repairs.

• Decision #: 200704097 [- 22.04 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This is an application by the landlord seeking the payment of money, termination of tenancy and the disposition of a security deposit.

If a tenant's rent is overdue, but the landlord does not wish to evict the tenant, the landlord may file an Application to Director. A decision would define what amount should be paid by the tenant and set a date for repayment. Through mediation, the landlord and tenant may be able to arrange a schedule for repayment, rather than requiring one lump sum payment.

• Decision #: 200700108 [- 25.59 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rent for improper notice to quit before tenant took possession of unit.

• Decision #: 200702160 [- 21.75 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeking termination of tenancy, payment of rental arrears and repairs.

• Decision #: 200702964 [- 29.58 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears, repairs and compensation for damage to premises. Tenant seeks disposition of security deposit, payment for repairs made and oil reimbursement.

• Decision #: 200703239 [- 25.18 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This is an application filed by the landlord for the payment of money and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200703666 [- 23.56 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears, repairs and compensation for damage to premises.

• Summary of Issue: 200702734 [- 27.69 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of payment of rental arrears. Tenants refuse on grounds of condition of premises.

• Decision #: 200703224 [- 25.49 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of money and disposition of a security deposit. This is also an application by the tenant seeks termination of tenancy.

• Decision #: 200701202 [- 24.10 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks rental arrears and security deposit. Tenant seeks compensation for damage to property and inconvenience.

• Decision #: 200702388 [- 26.74 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears. Tenant feels services were reduced without reduction in rent.

• Decision #: 200701759 [- 22.86 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeking unpaid rent and cleaning costs.

• Decision #: 200700379 [- 26.04 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rent and reimbursement for repairs.

• Decision #: 200703860 [- 22.90 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The landlord seeks payment of money and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200702438 [- 23.51 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The landlords are seeks payment of rental arrears, disposition of a security deposit and repairs.

• Decision #: 200703292 [- 22.80 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of money and disposition of a security deposit

• Decision #: 200700257 [- 29.93 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears, disposition of a security deposit, and repairs.

• Decision #: 200703409 [- 23.68 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears, disposition of a security deposit, and compensation for repairs

• Decision #: 200703189 [- 26.67 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200702796 [- 22.14 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The landlord is seeking payment of money and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200700600 [- 26.52 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Tenants seek return of belongings after landlord barring entry doors. Landlord seeks disposition of a security deposit and reimbursement for expenses.

• Decision #: 200700387 [- 26.00 kb]
• Summary of Issue: The landlord's application is for payment of money, disposition of a security deposit, and repairs.

• Decision #: 200703759 [- 21.99 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This is an application filed by the landlord for the termination of tenancy, payment of money and disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200702232 [- 20.95 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks balance of rental arrears.

• Decision #: 200702574 [- 23.58 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks rental arrears in land lease community.

• Decision #: 200702952 [- 21.36 kb]
• Summary of Issue: This is an application by the landlord seeking the payment of money and the disposition of a security deposit.

• Decision #: 200703317 [- 21.33 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks rental arrears due to improper notice to quit

• Decision #: 200703594 [- 22.63 kb]
• Summary of Issue: Landlord seeks payment of rental arrears and power bill.