McLean v Littleton

Landlord wins · Chatham · 2025-10-10

Adjudicator

Susan Priest

Dispute

Damage to Property, Tenant Rights, Tenant-initiated Termination

Amount

$10-20K

Landlord

D.M.

Tenant

J.C.L.

Landlord rep

David Strangio

What happened

The Landlord filed an L10 application seeking compensation from a Former Tenant for extensive property damage, unpaid water bills, and the cost of replacing a washer and dryer that the Former Tenant allegedly stole. The Former Tenant filed a T2 application alleging harassment and substantial interference with her reasonable enjoyment due to the Landlord's communication and intention to inspect the unit for puppies after seeing an advertisement. The hearing combined both applications to determine liability for damages and whether the Landlord's conduct constituted harassment.

The ruling

The Tenant's T2 application for harassment was dismissed. The Landlord's L10 application was granted in part. The Former Tenant is ordered to pay the Landlord $15,934.63 for material and labour costs to repair extensive unit damage, an unpaid water bill, the cost of stolen appliances, and the filing fee. If payment is not made by October 17, 2025, interest will accrue at 4% annually.