Residential Tenancy Branch (British Columbia) case law
Judgments from the Residential Tenancy Branch (British Columbia) with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions. The original content is public and official; the summaries and analysis are produced by VadeLab's technology.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
Claimant's Request for Tenant Compensation Rejected by RTB
A tenant sought compensation from a landlord for failing to use their property as stated in a notice. The Residential Tenancy Branch found that the landlord had valid reasons for not occupying the property continuously and dismissed the claimant's request.
Application Dismissed: Proper Service Required in Tenancy Cases
A tenant's application was dismissed because they did not properly serve the necessary documents according to legal requirements. This highlights the importance of following correct procedures in tenancy disputes.
Landlord Wins Unpaid Rent Case: Tenant Owes $1,197.91
The landlord won a case against a tenant for unpaid rent in March 2026 after the tenant vacated without paying. The court ordered the tenant to pay $1,197.91, including part of their security deposit and filing fees.
Tenant and Landlord Settle Dispute Over Security Deposit and Damages
During a dispute resolution hearing at the Residential Tenancy Branch in British Columbia, both the tenant and landlord agreed to settle their differences over damage claims and the use of the security deposit. The landlord kept part of the deposit as compensation for losses during the tenancy, while returning the rest to the tenant.
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.
Tenant and Landlord Reach Settlement Agreement
During a dispute resolution hearing at the Residential Tenancy Branch, both the Tenant and Landlord agreed to settle their disagreement over the return of the security deposit. As a result, a monetary order was issued in favour of the Tenant for $150.
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.
Residential Landlord Wins Claim for Unpaid Rent and Damages
A landlord won their case against a tenant who did not pay rent and left the property in poor condition. The court ordered the tenant to pay for unpaid rent, cleaning costs, utility arrears, and damage to the rental unit but dismissed extensive repair claims due to insufficient evidence.
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.
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.
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.
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.