RTB-2 – Application for Review Consideration in British Columbia
BC RTB forms are used by the Residential Tenancy Branch to manage various aspects of landlord-tenant relationships, including leases, dispute resolution, and eviction notices. Submitting RBT evidence for a dispute resolution hearing with the Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB) in British Columbia is a critical step in the dispute resolution process. The evidence you submit supports your case, whether you are a landlord or tenant, and can significantly influence the outcome of the hearing.
The “Application for Review Consideration in British Columbia” (RTB-2 form) is designed for parties seeking to challenge the outcome of a dispute resolution hearing related to residential tenancies. This form must be submitted with a $50 filing fee or an approved fee waiver at specified locations. It outlines specific grounds under which a review can be requested, such as new evidence or procedural errors, and includes a strict deadline for submission based on the type of decision being reviewed. This RTB application gathers key dispute information, grounds for review, and a declaration from the applicant, ensuring all submissions are comprehensive and grounded in valid reasons for reconsideration.
Filling out this form requires attention to detail and an understanding of the review process.
Section 1: Key Dispute Information
- Identify Yourself: Mark whether you are the landlord or tenant (or their authorized representative) filing the review application.
- Residential Tenancy Branch File Number: Enter the file number assigned to your original dispute resolution case.
- Your Dispute Access Code: Provide the unique access code related to your case.
- Requester Information: Fill in your first, middle (if applicable), and last names, along with your email address (recommended for faster communication) and your contact phone number (required).
- Address Details: Provide your complete address, including site/unit number, street name and number, city, province, and postal code.
- Preferred Method to Receive RTB Documents: Choose between email or pick-up.
- Decision or Order Details: Indicate the type of decision or order you are requesting to be reviewed (e.g., Decision, Order of Possession, Monetary Order) and provide the dates on which the decision/order was made and received.
- Timing Questions: Answer questions regarding the nature of your decision or order to determine your submission deadline.
Request for Extension of Time to Apply for Review
If you need an extension beyond the standard deadlines, explain why you could not submit the application on time. Provide evidence of exceptional circumstances that prevented timely submission.
Section 2: Grounds for Review
Select and describe the ground(s) for review that apply to your case. These grounds include inability to attend the hearing, new and relevant evidence, decisions obtained by fraud, late submission of material evidence, procedural errors by RTB staff, technical irregularities, and issues with jurisdiction. For each ground selected, provide a detailed explanation and attach relevant new evidence if applicable.
Section 3: Declaration
Carefully read the declaration statements. By signing this section, you affirm that the information provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge and that you understand the legal implications of submitting false or misleading information.
Final Steps:
- Attach Evidence: Include all new evidence supporting your application. Do not resubmit evidence already presented in the original hearing.
- Fee Payment: Ensure that the filing fee is paid, or a fee waiver has been applied for. Your application will not be processed until the fee is received or a waiver is granted.
- Check Your Application: Review your application thoroughly for completeness and accuracy. Incomplete or illegible applications may be dismissed.
- Submission: Submit the completed form in person at a designated Service BC Centre or the Burnaby RTB office, along with any required attachments and the filing fee or fee waiver documentation.
Remember, this application is your opportunity to request a review based on specific grounds rather than to reargue your case. Make sure all information provided is relevant and supports your request for review consideration.