Housing & Tenancy (British Columbia)
Housing & Tenancy (British Columbia) judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Residential Tenancy Branch Grants Partial Claim for Rental Issues
In a dispute between a landlord and tenant over unpaid rent, cleaning costs, and property damage, the Residential Tenancy Branch ruled in favour of the landlord for some but not all claims.
Tenant Wins Double Security Deposit in Tenancy Dispute
The a person Tenancy a person ruled in favour of a tenant who had not received their full security deposit back after moving out. The court ordered the landlord to pay double the amount of the security deposit plus interest and cover the filing fee for the dispute resolution application.
Arbitrator Grants Possession Order Based on Settlement Agreement
In this case, the arbitrator granted an order for the landlord to take possession of the rental unit after both parties agreed to settle their dispute. The tenant will vacate by July 31st as part of the settlement agreement.
Landlord Wins Damages Claim Against Tenant
A landlord won a case against a tenant who left their rental property in an extremely dirty state with damaged furnishings. The court ordered the tenant to pay for damages and allowed the landlord to keep the security deposit as compensation.
Tenant Loses Application to Cancel Notice of Eviction for Unpaid Rent
A tenant who did not attend their hearing lost their application to cancel a notice to end tenancy due to unpaid rent. The arbitrator granted an order of possession and a monetary order for the outstanding rent, plus interest on the security deposit.
Tenant Wins Dispute Over Rent Increase Service and Notice Cancellation
A tenant successfully had their eviction notice cancelled because they did not receive proper notification about a rent increase. However, the court allowed the landlord to take unpaid rent from the tenant's security deposit. This case highlights the need for clear communication between tenants and landlords regarding service of notices.
Tenant Settles Dispute Over Unpaid Rent with Landlord
The Tenant successfully resolved their dispute with the Landlord over unpaid rent by agreeing to pay $4,400 in arrears on June 30, 2026, and the Landlord withdrew eviction notices. The a person a person a person approved this settlement.
Residential Tenancy Decision: Landlord Wins Unpaid Rent Case
In this case, the Residential Tenancy Branch ruled in favour of the landlord who sought payment for unpaid rent and related charges. The tenant was ordered to pay the outstanding amount plus a filing fee.
Tenant Dispute: Mutual Agreement for Possession and Compensation
In this case, the Residential Tenancy Branch granted an order allowing the landlord to take possession of the property by mutual agreement. The tenant also received compensation as part of the settlement.
Tenant Secures Return of Security Deposit Plus Interest
In this dispute, the tenant successfully contested the landlord's claim for monetary compensation and security deposit retention under the Residential Tenancy Act. The court ruled in favour of the tenant, ordering a return of their full security deposit plus accrued interest due to proper notice being given and insufficient evidence of loss mitigation by the landlord.
RTB Grants Landlord Order of Possession and Rent Award
In this case, the Residential Tenancy Branch ruled in favour of the landlord who sought an Order of Possession due to unpaid rent and a Monetary Order for back rent. However, the claim for June’s rent was not granted at this time.
Tenant Wins Dispute Over Landlord’s Notice for Unpaid Rent and Utilities
A tenant won their case against a landlord’s notice to end the tenancy for unpaid rent and utilities. The judge ruled in favour of the tenant because the landlord did not prove that the claimed amounts were owing when the notice was issued.
Residential Tenancy Decision: Tenant’s Eviction Notice Upheld
In this case involving a seniors' housing complex, the Landlord successfully upheld their Notice to End Tenancy due to health and safety concerns in the a person rental unit that affected other residents. The decision was based on the a person repeated failure to address issues despite multiple warnings and opportunities.
Tenant Wins Double Security Deposit Return Against Landlord
A tenant won a case at the Residential Tenancy Branch, receiving double their security and pet damage deposit amounts plus interest because the landlord failed to return or claim against these deposits within fifteen days as required by law.
Tenant Wins Rent Reduction for Oven Malfunction at RTB BC
A tenant won a case at the Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB BC) for a rent reduction and recovery of filing fees after the landlord failed to promptly fix a broken oven. The RTB found that the malfunctioning oven was an essential facility, leading to a breach of contract.
Tenant Wins Security Deposit Dispute: Landlord Must Pay Double Plus Interest
A tenant won a dispute at the Residential Tenancy a person, recovering double their security and pet damage deposits plus interest from the landlord for failing to comply with the required timeframe under the Act.
Claimant's Request for Compensation Rejected by Residential Tenancy Branch
A tenant sought compensation from their landlord for damage to their right to enjoy their rental unit quietly. However, the a person a person a person ruled against the tenant because previous disputes had been settled with an agreement between a person.
Tenant Awarded Compensation for Rental Unit Damages
The claimant successfully argued that they were entitled to compensation and a rent reduction due to water leaks affecting their rental unit's habitability. However, their request for tenancy termination or recovery of filing fees was denied.
Residential Tenancy Decision: Landlord’s Claim for Unpaid Rent Rejected
In this case, a landlord attempted to recover unpaid rent from a tenant but was unsuccessful. The court found that the landlord did not provide sufficient proof of taking steps to re-rent the property in a timely manner.
Order of Possession Granted: Tenant Owes Unpaid Rent
A landlord successfully obtained an order from the a person to take possession of a rental unit because the tenant did not pay overdue rent or challenge the notice within the required timeframe. However, the landlord's request for additional financial compensation was denied.