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Allowed in PartCivil Resolution Tribunal (British Columbia) — Small Claims·

Tenant Awarded Damages for Improper Notice in Roommate Dispute

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⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to damages for improper notice and breach of contract if the terms of the agreement are violated.

Topics

roommate agreementssecurity depositstenancy disputes

Provisions

Civil Resolution Tribunal Act, s. 118Civil Resolution Tribunal Act, s. 39Civil Resolution Tribunal Act, s. 42

📚 Full judgment

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tenant is entitled to damages for improper notice and breach of contract as the landlord did not provide one month's notice as required by their agreement.
  • The tenant is entitled to the return of his security deposit since there was no evidence that it was used to cover damage caused by him.

❌ Tends to be rejected

  • The tenant is not entitled to compensation for property damage because he failed to prove any such damages occurred.
  • The tenant is not entitled to reimbursement for costs related to alternate housing as the agreement did not require the landlord to pay for this expense.
  • The tenant's claim for financial hardship and emotional distress was dismissed due to a lack of evidence proving serious harm beyond ordinary upset.

Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What was the dispute about?

The dispute was about a roommate agreement where the tenant claimed damages for improper notice and breach of contract, among other things.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Civil Resolution Tribunal Act sections 118, 39, and 42 were applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument that mattered most was the violation of the terms of the agreement regarding notice and breach of contract.

Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?

The decision was for the person who brought the case, the tenant.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation should ensure they adhere to the terms of their agreement and provide sufficient evidence to support their claims.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The evidence and documents that mattered included the roommate agreement, condition inspection forms, and text messages between the parties.

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