Request to Re-Open an Application in Ontario

This form is designed for individuals in Ontario seeking to reopen an application with the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) due to issues like unmet terms of a mediated agreement or consent order, coercion, or misinformation. It requires detailed information from the requester, including personal contact details and the specifics of the request, along with signatures. Important guidelines regarding timelines for submission and penalties for providing false information are also included, emphasizing the legal framework governing these proceedings.

To properly fill out this form, follow these step-by-step instructions:

3. File Number of Application: Start by entering the file number of the application you wish to reopen at the top of the form. This is crucial for identifying your original case.
4. Part 1: General Information
   • Requester’s Information:
     • Role: Indicate your role in relation to the application by ticking the appropriate box (Landlord, Tenant, Co-op Member, or Other Party).
     • First and Last Name: Enter your full name.
     • Mailing Address: Provide your complete mailing address, including any unit, apartment, or suite number.
     • Municipality, Province, and Postal Code: Fill in your city, province, and postal code accordingly.
     • Day and Evening Phone Numbers: Include both your day and evening contact numbers, with area codes.
     • Fax Number (if applicable): If you have a fax number, include it here.
5. Rental Unit or Co-op Member Unit Covered by this Request:
   • Address of the Unit: Provide the full address of the rental or co-op member unit involved in the original application. This includes the street number, name, type (e.g., Street, Avenue, Road), direction (if applicable), and unit/apartment/suite number.
   • Municipality: Enter the city or town where the unit is located.
6. Other Parties to the Application: If there are other parties involved in the application (e.g., additional tenants, landlords, co-op members), you will need to provide their details in the sections that follow, as indicated in the form.

What does it mean when a case is reopened?

When a case is reopened, it means that a legal or investigative authority has decided to review a case that was previously considered closed or resolved. Introducing new evidence during trial could potentially change the outcome of the case or provide new insights that were not previously considered. Reopening a case generally requires specific grounds that justify a review or reconsideration of the case after a final judgment or order has been issued. There are significant grounds for reopening a civil case as well as a criminal case.