Hey, I live in Ontario and I’m wondering if an L1 application can show rent arrears starting mid-month when rent is due on the 1st? For example, if the arrears period listed is from Jan 1, 2024, to Jan 15, 2025, does that sound valid under the Residential Tenancies Act? I’d love some clarity on this!
Hmm, I think it depends on the lease terms and how the arrears are calculated. If rent’s due on the 1st, the period listed should match that, right?
Omar said:
Hmm, I think it depends on the lease terms and how the arrears are calculated. If rent’s due on the 1st, the period listed should match that, right?
Yeah, that’s what I was thinking too. Like, can they even list a period ending in the middle of the month? 
Omar said:
Hmm, I think it depends on the lease terms and how the arrears are calculated. If rent’s due on the 1st, the period listed should match that, right?
I believe it has to reflect the actual rent due up to the filing date. If the period listed is off, it might get flagged.
IDK much about this, but if the application doesn’t match the lease terms, can you dispute it at the hearing?
Remi said:
IDK much about this, but if the application doesn’t match the lease terms, can you dispute it at the hearing?
Yes, that’s what I’m planning to do if it seems invalid. You can present evidence like payment history to back it up.
Remi said:
IDK much about this, but if the application doesn’t match the lease terms, can you dispute it at the hearing?
For sure! The LTB might dismiss or amend the application if the arrears period is inaccurate. Be prepared with your docs.
What’s an L1 app? Sorry, kinda new to this.
Mali said:
What’s an L1 app? Sorry, kinda new to this.
Oh, no worries! It’s a form landlords use to evict tenants for not paying rent and to claim unpaid rent.
Mali said:
What’s an L1 app? Sorry, kinda new to this.
FYI, it’s part of Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act. If you’ve missed rent, landlords can file this after giving notice.
Pretty sure the L1 has to be accurate about the arrears. If they include the wrong dates, it could mess up their case.
Uma said:
Pretty sure the L1 has to be accurate about the arrears. If they include the wrong dates, it could mess up their case.
Exactly my concern. I’m just trying to make sure everything lines up before the hearing.
Uma said:
Pretty sure the L1 has to be accurate about the arrears. If they include the wrong dates, it could mess up their case.
Good call. Double-check everything, especially if you’ve made partial payments—those need to be accounted for too.