Chu v. Kokko

Landlord wins · 2020-02-20

Adjudicator

J. Sebastian Winny

Dispute

Damage to Property, Non-payment of Rent

Amount

<$5K

Landlord

R.C.

Tenant

C.K.

What happened

Landlord sought damages of $850.29 for unpaid utilities, replacement of a damaged bathroom door, and removal of items left on the property after the tenancy ended. The tenant disputed the amount owed for utilities and denied liability for the door damage.

The ruling

The court allowed the landlord's claim in part, granting judgment for $403.04 in unpaid utilities. The claims for door replacement and garbage removal were dismissed. The tenant was ordered to pay $403.04 plus $640 in costs within 60 days.