Common Concerns: Frequent Legal Issues Between Landlords and Tenants

Question: What are common residential housing disputes between landlords and tenants?

Answer:   Common disputes often arise from issues such as rent increases, maintenance responsibilities, disruptive behaviour, and the proper procedures for terminating occupancy.  Understanding these concerns as outlined in the Residential Tenancies Act 2006, S.O. 2006, Chapter 17 can help maintain a harmonious rental relationship.  At Olson Craig Legal Offices, we provide guidance to both landlords and tenants, ensuring they are informed of their rights and obligations for a smoother rental experience.

Common Residential Housing Disputes Involving Landlords and Tenants

A healthy relationship between landlords and tenants requires an understanding of key legal obligations and rights as established by the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, S.O. 2006, Chapter 17, so as to avoid, or minimize conflict, arising from common dispute issues and concerns involving rent increases, maintenance responsibilities, disruptive behaviour, and the procedures for properly terminating occupancy.  Both landlords as well as tenants must be aware of the respective rights and duties to maintain a harmonious rental relationship.