Landlord’s Notice to a New Tenant about an Order Prohibiting a Rent Increase in Ontario

The “Landlord’s Notice to a New Tenant about an Order Prohibiting a Rent Increase” form is detailing a rent agreement, limitations on increases due to a legal order, and required repairs. It includes sections on the agreed rent, the maximum allowable rent, details of the board’s order, required landlord work, and future rent adjustments post-repairs, along with contact information. The landlord can increase the rent 12 months after the date you moved into the rental unit, provided they have completed any required work, and give you a valid notice of rent increase at least 90 days before the increase takes effect​​.

The form indicates that a landlord is generally restricted from increasing rent during a lease period unless certain conditions are met, such as the completion of ordered repairs or work. Specifically, until the landlord completes the required work as ordered by the Board, they are prohibited from charging more than the set rent, giving notice of rent increase, or collecting an increased rent if notice was given before the Board issued the order and the increase was to take effect afterward​​. This suggests that, during a fixed-term lease, rent increases are typically not allowed unless stipulated by external conditions like those mandated by a legal or governmental order.

To correctly fill out this form, follow these detailed instructions:

1. Tenant and Landlord Information: At the top, enter the tenant’s name and address in the “To” field and the landlord’s name and address in the “From” field.
2. Address of the Rental Unit: Specify the exact address of the rental unit in question.
3. Part A: The Rent We Agreed On

Fill in the agreed rent amount, and indicate whether this is a monthly, weekly, or other type of agreement. Specify the start date of this agreement.

4. Part B: The Rent I Am Permitted to Charge You

Enter the maximum rent you are allowed to charge, under the board’s order. This part also includes when this restriction applies until typically certain repairs or work are completed.

5. Part C: Information About the Rent I Am Permitted to Charge

Provide background information about why the rent is limited, often tied to a previous tenant’s application and the board’s resulting order.

6. Part D: The Work I Have to Complete

Describe the repairs or work ordered by the board that must be completed before rent can be increased. Attach additional sheets if necessary for a full description.

7. Part E: The Rent You Must Pay After the Work Is Complete

Indicate the rent amount that will be due after the completion of the required work, as initially agreed upon in Part A. Specify the date from which this amount will be charged.

8. Landlord Signature: The form must be signed by the landlord or their representative, with the date of signing.
9. Landlord Contact Information: Provide comprehensive contact information, including first and last name, company name (if applicable), mailing address, phone numbers, email address, and fax number.
10. Information for the Tenant from the Landlord and Tenant Board: This section offers additional information about the annual rent increase date and where the tenant can seek further advice or information regarding their rights.