The T4 form is used by tenants when the landlord fails to comply with an agreement made to increase rent above the guideline. For example:
- The landlord promised certain repairs or improvements but failed to follow through with them.
Real-Life Example: Failure to Comply with an Agreement
Situation:
Mr. Kim is a tenant living in an apartment that is 10 years old. The landlord agreed to increase the rent by 7% in exchange for repairs to the kitchen and bathroom. Mr. Kim signed the agreement and paid the increased rent, but after six months, the repairs were not made.
Action:
Mr. Kim completed the T4 form and submitted it to the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB). He attached a copy of the agreement and photos of the kitchen and bathroom’s condition as evidence. During the hearing, Mr. Kim successfully proved the breach of agreement, and the LTB ordered the rent to be restored to its previous level. Mr. Kim was also refunded the excess rent paid due to the landlord’s failure to comply.
How to Complete the T4 Form
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Enter Tenant and Landlord Information
Include basic details such as the names, addresses, and contact information of both the tenant and the landlord.
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Describe the Agreement and Breach
Provide specific details of the rent increase agreement (e.g., include a copy of the agreement).
Clearly describe how the landlord failed to comply with the agreement.
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Attach Evidence
- A copy of the agreement.
- Photos or other documents proving that the agreed-upon repairs were not completed.
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Submit to the LTB
Once completed, submit the form to the LTB and respond according to the hearing schedule.
