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.
Tenant's Heating Claim Dismissed as Res Judicata by CRT
Tenant's Claims for Rent and Security Deposit Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
Tenant Wins Partial Security Deposit Refund in Civil Resolution Tribunal Case
Tenant Wins Partial Security Deposit Refund Due to Move-In Inspection Failure
The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled that a tenant was entitled to a partial refund of her security deposit because the landlord failed to conduct a proper move-in inspection as required by the Residential Tenancy Act.
Privacy Fence Installed by Tenant Not Considered Nuisance by Landlord
Tenant's Claim Against Landlord for Mold-Related Skin Condition Dismissed
Tenant's Visa Delay Does Not Entitle Room Rental Deposit Refund
Tenant's Claim for Compensation Dismissed Due to Lack of Evidence
Tenant Wins Double Security Deposit Return in Roommate Dispute
Tenant Wins Rent Refund After Being Wrongfully Evicted Without Notice
A tenant sued for a refund of rent and damage deposit after being evicted without notice by a roommate. The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled in favour of the tenant, ordering a partial refund of rent and the return of the damage deposit.
Successful Recovery of Damage Deposit and Rent in Roommate Agreement Breach Case
Tenant Entitled to Security Deposit Return in Roommate Dispute
Tenant Wins Water Damage Claim Against Neighbor
Small Claims Court Dismisses Claim for Painting and Cleaning Services
Roommates' Claims Over Shared Rental Costs Dismissed
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed claims made by roommates over shared rental costs and security deposits. The judge ruled that following the terms of their tenancy agreement and providing reasonable notice prevented either party from receiving damages.