All forms are from Tribunals Ontario — the official source. Always download the most current version before filing. Forms updated: January 2026.
Landlord Forms
Notices come first — serve these to your tenant before filing any application. Then file the matching application with the LTB if the issue isn't resolved.
Non-Payment Eviction Flow
1
Serve Notice
N4
2
Wait 14 days
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3
File Application
L1
4
LTB Hearing
~3 months
5
Eviction Order
Sheriff
Notices — Serve to Tenant First
Notice
N4 — Non-Payment of Rent ⚡ Most Used
Notice to End Tenancy Early
The first step to evict a tenant who hasn't paid rent. Tells the tenant how much they owe and gives them 14 days to pay or move out.
When to useTenant missed all or part of a rent payment. You must wait until the day AFTER rent was due to serve this. Cannot include last month deposit or NSF charges.
Notice
N5 — Damage, Interference or Overcrowding
Notice to End Tenancy
For tenants who damage the unit, disturb other tenants/landlord, or have too many people living in the unit. First N5 gives tenant 7 days to fix the problem.
When to useTenant caused damage, is consistently loud/disruptive, or has unauthorized occupants. A second N5 within 6 months = immediate L2 filing.
Notice
N8 — Persistent Late Payment
Notice to End Tenancy at End of Term
For tenants who consistently pay rent late, even if they eventually pay in full. Requires a pattern — not just one incident. 60-day notice period.
When to useTenant has a documented history of late payments. Keep a detailed payment log showing dates rent was due vs. dates received.
Notice
N12 — Personal Use
Landlord or Family Member Moving In
To end a tenancy because you, your family member, or a purchaser genuinely needs to move in. Must give 60 days notice ending on the last day of a rental period. You must pay one month compensation.
When to useYou or a close family member sincerely intend to live in the unit for at least 12 months. Abuse of this form = $50,000 fine.
Notice
N1 — Rent Increase
Notice of Rent Increase
Official notice to increase rent within the Ontario guideline. Must be served at least 90 days before the increase takes effect. 2026 guideline: 2.1%.
When to useYou want to raise rent for a current tenant. Cannot increase more than once per 12 months. Must use this form — verbal or email notice is not valid.
Notice
N2 — Rent Increase (Exempt Unit)
Partially Exempt from Rent Control
For units first occupied after November 15, 2018 — these are exempt from rent control. No cap on the increase amount, but 90 days notice still required.
When to useYour rental unit was first occupied for residential purposes after Nov 15, 2018 (new buildings, additions, new basement apartments).
Notice
N11 — Mutual Agreement to End Tenancy
Both Parties Agree to End
A signed agreement between landlord and tenant to end the tenancy on a specific date. Both parties must sign willingly — a tenant can challenge this if they felt pressured.
When to useBoth you and the tenant agree to end the tenancy. Once signed, you can file an L3 if the tenant doesn't leave by the agreed date.
Applications — File with the LTB
Application
L1 — Evict & Collect Rent ⚡ Most Filed
Filed after N4 termination date
File with the LTB to evict the tenant and collect unpaid rent. Must be filed the day AFTER the N4 termination date. Cannot file if tenant has already moved out (use L10 instead).
When to useAfter serving N4 and the tenant neither paid nor vacated by the termination date. Filing fee: $201 online.
Application
L2 — End Tenancy (Other Reasons)
Filed after N5, N7, N8, N12, N13
The application that follows most other notices (not N4). Used for damage, personal use, persistent late payment, illegal acts, or demolition. More complex than L1 — consider a paralegal.
When to useAfter serving N5, N8, N12 or N13 and the tenant hasn't vacated. Filing fee: $201 online.
Application
L9 — Collect Rent (No Eviction)
Rent Arrears Only
If you don't want to evict but want an LTB order for unpaid rent — like when a tenant has moved out and owes back rent. Note: an L9 order cannot be used to evict.
When to useTenant owes rent but you want to keep the tenancy going, or when you need a formal order for debt collection purposes.
Application
L10 — Collect from Former Tenant
After Tenant Has Moved Out
To collect unpaid rent or damages from a tenant who has already moved out. Must be filed within one year of the tenant vacating. Also report the debt to the Landlord Credit Bureau.
When to useFormer tenant owes rent or caused damage and has already vacated. File within 1 year.
Application
L5 — Above Guideline Increase
Rent Increase Beyond 2.1%
Apply to raise rent beyond the annual guideline (2.1% in 2026) due to extraordinary increases in municipal taxes, capital expenditures, or security services. Complex — paralegal recommended.
When to useMajor capital repairs (new roof, windows, plumbing), extraordinary municipal tax increase, or added security services.
Certificate
Certificate of Service
Proof You Served the Notice
Documents how and when you gave a notice to the tenant. Required when filing any application with the LTB. Shows date, method of service (hand, mail, fax, courier), and who you gave it to.
When to useEvery time you file an L1, L2, or other application — you must attach a Certificate of Service for each notice you served.
Tenant Forms
Tenants have rights too. These forms let you dispute illegal rent increases, get compensation for poor maintenance, challenge bad-faith evictions, and more.
Tenant Dispute Flow
1
Identify Issue
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2
Document Everything
Photos/Letters
3
File Application
T1–T6
4
LTB Hearing
6–12 months
5
Order Issued
Remedy
Application
T1 — Money Owed by Landlord ⚡ Common
Rebate of Money Landlord Owes
Get back money the landlord owes you — like an illegal rent increase, last month deposit not returned with interest, or charges you paid that the landlord wasn't entitled to collect.
When to useLandlord kept your last month deposit after you moved out, charged illegal fees, or increased rent without proper notice.
Application
T2 — Rights of Tenant
Landlord Interfered with Tenant Rights
For when the landlord enters your unit illegally, harasses or threatens you, changes locks without notice, or interferes with your reasonable enjoyment of the property.
When to useLandlord entered without 24 hours notice, shut off utilities, removed doors/windows, or is harassing you to leave.
Application
T6 — Maintenance Issues ⚡ Common
Landlord Failed to Maintain Unit
When the landlord won't fix serious maintenance problems — no heat, mold, pest infestation, broken plumbing, or unsafe conditions. You can request rent reduction or repair order.
When to useYou've made written repair requests that were ignored. Document everything with photos and dates. Keep copies of all requests.
Application
T5 — Bad Faith Eviction
Landlord Filed N12 in Bad Faith
If your landlord served an N12 (personal use) but never actually moved in, or re-rented at a higher price, you can claim up to 12 months rent as compensation.
When to useYou moved out based on an N12 and discovered the landlord didn't move in, or the unit was immediately re-rented at a higher price.
Application
T3 — Rent Reduction
Services or Facilities Reduced
If the landlord reduced or removed a service or facility that was included in your rent — like parking, laundry, storage, or recreational facilities — you can apply for a rent reduction.
When to useLandlord removed parking, laundry, storage locker, or other services that were part of your rental agreement without reducing your rent.
Agreement
Standard Lease Agreement
Ontario Standard Form of Lease
Ontario law requires most landlords to use the standard lease form. If your landlord doesn't provide it within 21 days of you requesting it, you can withhold one month's rent.
When to useStarting any new residential tenancy in Ontario. Both landlord and tenant should have a signed copy before move-in.
Response
Tenant's Response to L1/L2
Dispute an Eviction Application
If your landlord files an L1 or L2 and you disagree, you can submit a written response to the LTB before the hearing explaining your side. You can also raise maintenance issues or other disputes.
When to useYou received a Notice of Hearing and want to dispute the landlord's claims. Get legal help immediately — ACTO or Landlord Self Help Centre.
Need free legal help? Tenants can get free advice from:
Advocacy Centre for Tenants Ontario (ACTO) ·
CLEO (Community Legal Education Ontario) ·
Steps to Justice ·
Local legal aid clinics (1-800-668-8258)