BK v RM

Tenant wins

Dispute

Illegal Act, Maintenance, Substantial Interference

Amount

<$5K

Landlord

R.

Tenant

B.

Landlord rep

JB

Tenant rep

WB

What happened

Tenant filed T2, T3, and T6 applications against Landlord for illegal entry, substantial interference with reasonable enjoyment, discontinuance of services (removal of fence), and failure to maintain the unit (pest infestation).

The ruling

The Landlord is ordered to pay the Tenant $875.00 for rent abatement due to fence removal and pest control issues, plus the application filing fee. The lawful rent is reduced to $712.50 per month starting November 1, 2019. The Landlord must hire a professional to inspect and treat the unit for any remaining pest infestation.