T6 Tenant · Ontario LTB

What can I do if my landlord will not do repairs or maintenance?

The landlord is not meeting maintenance/repair obligations. File a T6 with the LTB (after putting the problem in writing).

The step-by-step process

Reviewed by a licensed paralegal. General information — not legal advice.

  1. 1

    Tell the landlord about the problem in writing and give them a reasonable chance to fix it. Keep a copy.

  2. 2

    Document everything: dated photos/video, the written requests, and any health/by-law inspection reports.

  3. 3

    File a T6 with the LTB and pay the filing fee (you can ask for a fee waiver if eligible).

  4. 4

    At the hearing, present your evidence of the disrepair and the landlord's failure to act.

  5. 5

    The LTB can order repairs, a rent abatement (refund), and other remedies.

⏱ Timeline

File within one year of the problem. There is no notice form — but writing to the landlord first strengthens your application. Verify current filing options on the LTB site.

⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid

  • Do not stop paying rent because of repairs — that can lead to your own N4/L1. Keep paying and pursue the T6.

Frequently asked questions

Which form do I file to make a landlord do repairs or maintenance in Ontario?

File the T6 (Tenant Application about Maintenance) with the Landlord and Tenant Board.

How long does it take to make a landlord do repairs or maintenance in Ontario?

File within one year of the problem. There is no notice form — but writing to the landlord first strengthens your application. Verify current filing options on the LTB site.

What are the steps to make a landlord do repairs or maintenance in Ontario?

1. Tell the landlord about the problem in writing and give them a reasonable chance to fix it. Keep a copy. 2. Document everything: dated photos/video, the written requests, and any health/by-law inspection reports. 3. File a T6 with the LTB and pay the filing fee (you can ask for a fee waiver if eligible). 4. At the hearing, present your evidence of the disrepair and the landlord's failure to act. 5. The LTB can order repairs, a rent abatement (refund), and other remedies.

What are the most common mistakes when trying to make a landlord do repairs or maintenance?

Do not stop paying rent because of repairs — that can lead to your own N4/L1. Keep paying and pursue the T6.

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General information, not legal advice — it doesn't create a paralegal–client relationship. Confirm exact deadlines on the official LTB form and rely on a licensed paralegal or lawyer for representation. Enforcement of an eviction is only by the Court Enforcement Office (Sheriff).