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LTB Order on Unauthorized Lock Change

Review and Compensation for Unauthorized Lock Change

Case Timeline

Application Date: Date not provided
Hearing Date: April 12, 2023
Order Issued: May 5, 2023
Termination Date: June 5, 2023
Eviction Deadline: June 5, 2023

Case Overview

Case Number: LTB-L-061820-22-RV
Address: 700 KAIRSFELD ROAD, WATERLOO ONTARIO N2T2W4
Form Used: Not specified
Served By: Not specified
Amount Awarded: $550.00
Decision In Favor: Landlord
Application Type: Review of previous order regarding unauthorized change of locks
RTA Sections: Section 209(2)

Parties Involved

Landlord: NATALIE LEITZMANN
Landlord Rep: Timothy Ellis
Tenant: CHUMEI (CHUCK) CHEN, WANSU (MIRIAM) MAO
Tenant Rep: Self Represented
Adjudicator: Amanda Kovats
Keywords: lock change, unauthorized alteration, review order, out-of-pocket expenses

Decision Summary

Landlord's claim for costs associated with changing locks is justified.
Tenants to compensate landlord, with additional costs for application.

Dispute Summary

Initial application dismissed as abandoned, reviewed upon landlord's request.
Dispute centers on tenants changing locks without notifying or obtaining consent from the landlord.

Findings & Determinations

Review granted, previous order canceled.
Tenants to pay landlord for the costs incurred due to unauthorized lock change.

Summary Points

Landlord requested a review of a previous order due to non-attendance caused by late notice.
Tenants changed the lock without landlord's permission, claiming necessity due to a malfunction.
Landlord awarded costs for changing locks and filing the application.
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