M.I.L. v J.H and M.O

Landlord wins · 2017-12-01

Dispute

Renovation, Major Repairs

Notice

Non-payment of rent (N13)

Landlord

M.

Tenant

J., M.

Landlord rep

C.K

Tenant rep

B. Hutchison

What happened

Landlord applied to terminate tenancy and evict Tenants to conduct major repairs and renovations requiring vacant possession. Tenants contested the application, arguing reduction in unit size would impair their right of first refusal.

The ruling

The Board ordered the termination of the tenancy effective January 31, 2018, allowing Tenants time to transition out. Tenants must pay $60.25 per day for use of the unit after the termination date. The Board found the renovation plans were in good faith and necessary, with benefits outweighing the minor reduction in unit size.