4. Apply to the LTB
Question and answer
What problems can I apply to the LTB about?To apply to the (LTB), you have to fill out the right form and then it with the LTB.
The application form asks for information such as:
- the full name and address for you, your landlord, and anyone else who should be part of the application
- the address of your rental unit
- basic information about your rental agreement
- your reasons for applying to the LTB
- what orders you want the LTB to make (these are called )
- your signature
What you should write for reasons and remedies depends on what kind of problem you are having with your landlord and the details of your situation. You can read other questions about your problem on this website for more details about how to fill out the application form.
When the application form is complete, be sure to sign it.
If you can, get legal advice or help with applying to the LTB. You will have only one chance to raise problems with your landlord at the LTB, so it's important to make sure you know what to ask for in your application.
When your application form is completed, you have to file it with the LTB. There is a filing fee of $53 or $48 if you use the Tribunals Ontario Portal.
If you are on social assistance or other low income, you can ask the LTB not to charge you the fee. To do this, you will need to fill out a Fee Waiver Request form. If you file through the Portal, the fee waiver request is part of the application. You can also ask the LTB to send you this form, or download it from the LTB's website.
You can file your application:
- by mail to the closest LTB office
- in person at many ServiceOntario Centres
- by fax to 1-833-610-2242
- online, through the Tribunal Ontario Portal
You can only use fax if you have a fee waiver. You should only use fax if you cannot send your application any other way.