Navigating a Lease Termination as a Landlord
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Leasing a property can present numerous opportunities and challenges. Navigating a lease termination is one such challenge. Learn more about the lease termination process below.
When a landlord decides to end a tenancy, it is required that they give 60 days notice to tenants in writing are required to use the appropriate form available on the Landlord Tenant Board’s website. There are various reasons a landlord is permitted to end the lease early, below are a few common examples:
The tenant is not paying the rent in full
The tenant is causing damage to the rental property
The tenant is disturbing other tenants in the building
There is illegal activity in the rental unit or residential complex
But it doesn’t stop there. There are other reasons a landlord can end a rental agreement early that are not related to something the tenant has done or not done, these are called “no-fault” reasonings:
The landlord plans to do major repairs or renovations that require a building permit and the work cannot be done unless the rental unit is empty
The landlord requires the rental unit because the landlord, a member of the landlord’s immediate family or their caregiver wish to move into the unit, and
The landlord has agreed to sell the property, and the purchaser requires all or part of it because the purchaser, a member of the purchaser's immediate family, or their caregiver wishes to move into the unit. (This reason for eviction only applies in rental buildings with three or fewer units and condominiums.
If a tenant does not move out after receiving a notice to end the lease, the landlord can apply to the Landlord Tenant Board.
Ending a rental lease agreement early can be a challenging decision for landlords. However, transparent communication with tenants is key. It not only helps landlords navigate the process more effectively but also fosters a sense of connection and responsibility, which can help avoid unnecessary disputes.
References
How a landlord can end a tenancy. (n.d.). https://tribunalsontario.ca/documents/ltb/Brochures/How a Landlord Can End a Tenancy (EN).pdf
Rental guide: How A landlord can end A tenancy in Ontario. Buttonwood Property Management. (2023, June 18). https://buttonwood.ca/how-a-landlord-can-end-a-tenancy-in-ontario/
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