Maintenance & Repairs — Ontario Landlord Discussion

LandlordEzy Team 4 months ago

Tenant is fixing things themselves and deducting from rent — what now?

Scenario: tenant claims they had to fix [appliance / repair] because landlord didn't respond. They've deducted the cost from the next rent payment. Is this legal? What's the landl...

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LandlordEzy Team 4 months ago

Tenant denied access for repair appointments — how do you document?

Common situation: tenant repeatedly fails to be home or refuses entry for scheduled repair work. Later they may claim the landlord didn't maintain. What's the right paper trail to...

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LandlordEzy Team 4 months ago

Tenant claims unit is uninhabitable — what triggers a rent abatement?

Scenario: tenant files a T6 maintenance application claiming the unit has been uninhabitable for months. They're seeking rent abatement. What does the LTB look at, and what's a re...

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