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.
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.
Tenant Wins Partial Victory in Rent Dispute with Landlord
A tenant successfully reduced their rent because the landlord failed to make necessary repairs as agreed upon in the tenancy agreement. However, other claims for compensation and a rent increase were denied.
RTB Decision: Tenant's Application Dismissed Due to Service Issues
A tenant's application was dismissed by the Residential Tenancy Branch because they failed to properly serve the landlord with their notice using Canada Post registered mail as required by law. The decision highlights the importance of following strict service procedures in tenancy disputes.
Residential Tenancy Decision: Landlord Entitled to Compensation for Losses
In a dispute over early termination of a residential lease, the court ruled that while the landlord's claim for unpaid rent was dismissed, they were entitled to compensation for lost rental income and a person fines due to the tenant's non-compliance with the agreement.
Tenant and Landlord Reach Agreement on Rent and Repairs
In this case, the claimant tenants applied to cancel an eviction notice from the landlord due to unpaid rent and utilities. They also requested that the landlord make necessary repairs to their rental unit. The parties agreed to settle their dispute during the hearing by cancelling the eviction notices, setting a payment plan for back-owed rent, and arranging for repairs.
Tenant and Landlord Agree to Settlement in Residential Tenancy Dispute
In this Residential Tenancy Branch decision, the tenant and landlord reached a final settlement agreement ending their tenancy on August 31, 2026. The a person issued an Order of Possession to the Landlord and outlined terms for vacating the rental unit and payment of rent.
Tenant Wins Double Security Deposit Against Non-Compliant Landlord
A tenant successfully recovered double their security deposit and was allowed to recover filing fees from a non-compliant landlord who failed to return the deposit or file for dispute resolution within the required timeframe under BC's Residential Tenancy Act.
Roommate dispute over rent and costs - Civil Resolution Tribunal ruling
Two former roommates had a dispute over rent and associated costs after one roommate breached their agreement. The Civil Resolution Tribunal found the claimant partially successful and ordered the respondent to pay $554.09, including damages, interest, and fees.
Roommate Dispute: Claimant's Claims for Damages and Suffering Dismissed
Roommate's Claims for Rent and Damages Dismissed
Tenant Loses Claim for Security Deposit Return
Tenant Entitled to Damage Deposit and Compensation in Commercial Lease Dispute
In a commercial lease dispute, the Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled that the tenant is entitled to the return of their damage deposit and compensation for breaches of the lease agreement, including failure to provide internet services.
Tenant's Claims for Storage Fees and Damage Deposit Dismissed
A tenant claimed storage fees and the return of a damage deposit after leaving a commercial unit. The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed the claims because the tenant did not provide sufficient evidence and the lease terms were clear.
Tenant Wins Security Deposit Return in Small Claims Case
In a small claims case, the tribunal ruled that the tenant was entitled to the return of a security deposit of $3,989.46. The landlord failed to prove that the tenant breached the lease agreement.
Validity of Roommate Agreement in Small Claims Dispute
Tenant's Claims Dismissed in Small Claims Case
In a recent small claims case, the Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed the tenant's claims for damages and additional charges due to lack of credible evidence supporting her allegations.
Excavation Payment Claim Rejected in Small Claims Case
In a recent British Columbia Civil Resolution Tribunal case, the claimant asked for payment for excavation work, but the Tribunal ruled against them. The respondent also filed a counterclaim regarding tenancy issues, but the Tribunal did not have jurisdiction to rule on it.
Tenant's Noise Nuisance Claim Dismissed for Lack of Evidence
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed a tenant's claim for noise nuisance because the tenant did not provide enough evidence to prove that the noise was disturbing and unreasonable.
Rent and Damage Claims Dismissed Due to Lack of Formal Agreement
In a recent Civil Resolution Tribunal case, a tenant (the claimant) tried to get rent and damage compensation from their former roommate (the respondent). The claim was dismissed because there was no formal agreement and the claimant couldn't prove any damage.