RTB-26 – Schedule of Parties in British Columbia

The RTB-26 Schedule of Parties form is a BC RTA essential document for parties involved in a residential tenancy in British Columbia who need to add additional applicants or respondents beyond what the primary application form accommodates. Designed for use alongside the main application, this form facilitates the inclusion of extra tenant or landlord information, ensuring comprehensive documentation of all parties to a tenancy agreement. It requires detailed contact and personal information, structured to streamline the administration of the BC Residential Tenancy Act, underpinned by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for secure information handling.

BC Rental Rules

In British Columbia, Canada, the Residential Tenancy Act, and the Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Act govern the rules surrounding rental housing. These rules are in place to ensure both landlords and tenants are treated fairly, and their rights and responsibilities are balanced.

Here are some of the key rules and regulations:

• Security and pet deposits
• Rent increases
• Tenant rights BC
• Landlord rights BC
• Termination of tenancy
• Dispute resolution
• Tenancy agreement form BC

Filling out the “Schedule of Parties” form (RTB-26) for the Residential Tenancy Branch in British Columbia involves providing detailed information about the applicants or respondents in a tenancy matter. This form is particularly useful if the primary form doesn’t have enough space to list all involved parties. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you accurately complete the form:

1. File Number: At the top of the form, write the file number associated with your tenancy matter. This is a unique identifier used by the Residential Tenancy Branch to track your case.
2. Applicant or Respondent Information:
   • Role Selection: Indicate whether the person you are entering information for is a tenant or a landlord by ticking the appropriate box.
   • Name and Address: Enter the first and middle names, followed by the last name of the applicant or respondent. Under the address section, fill in the site/unit number, street number and name, city, province, and postal code. It’s crucial to provide the full and accurate address to ensure proper communication.
   • Contact Numbers: Provide the main phone number and an alternative phone number (if any) to ensure the Residential Tenancy Branch can contact the individual if needed.
3. Repeating for Additional Parties: If there are more applicants or respondents, repeat the process for each person. Ensure that each entry is clear and distinct.
4. Additional Instructions
   • If you run out of space on the primary application form for all parties involved in the tenancy issue, use this Schedule of Parties form to list the additional parties.
   • Make sure each person’s role (tenant or landlord) is correctly identified to avoid any confusion.

After Filling Out the Form

• Review: Double-check the information for accuracy and completeness. Mistakes or omissions could delay the processing of your tenancy matter.
• Submission: Follow the submission instructions provided by the Residential Tenancy Branch. This may involve mailing, faxing, or submitting the form in person at a specified location.