Ontario LTB Forms Guide for Landlords & Tenants (2026)

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Every major Ontario LTB form, what it does, what it costs, and a direct link to the official version.

This is a complete, plain-English index of Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board forms — for landlords and tenants — with current filing fees and direct links to the official documents on Tribunals Ontario. I’m Jatin Dua, a Realtor with RE/MAX Quantum Realty working across Etobicoke and Toronto, and I built this because the official site is comprehensive but genuinely hard to navigate when you are stressed and short on time.

Two things before you use any form here1. Always download from Tribunals Ontario, never from a third party. The LTB revises forms and an out-of-date version can get your application rejected. Every link on this page points to the official document.

2. Rules changed on 1 July 2026. The LTB updated processes, forms and information materials following amendments under the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act (Bill 60) and the Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act, 2023 (Bill 97). If you saved a form before then, replace it.

Landlord notices — N forms

Notices are served directly on the tenant. There is no fee for serving a notice. A notice does not end a tenancy by itself — if the tenant does not comply, you must then apply to the Board using an L form.

FormWhat it doesFeeLink
N1Notice of Rent IncreaseGet form →
N2Notice of Rent Increase (Unit Partially Exempt)Get form →
N3Notice to Increase the Rent and/or Charges for Care Services and MealsGet form →
N4Notice to End your Tenancy Early for Non-payment of RentGet form →
N5Notice to End your Tenancy for Interfering with Others, Damage or OvercrowdingGet form →
N6Notice to End your Tenancy for Illegal Acts or Misrepresenting Income in an RGI UnitGet form →
N7Notice to End your Tenancy for Causing Serious Problems in the Rental Unit or ComplexGet form →
N8Notice to End your Tenancy at the End of the TermGet form →
N10Agreement to Increase the Rent Above the GuidelineGet form →
N12Notice to End your Tenancy Because the Landlord, a Purchaser or a Family Member Requires the UnitGet form →
N13Notice to End your Tenancy Because the Landlord Wants to Demolish, Repair or Convert the UnitGet form →

Landlord applications — L forms

These are applications to the Board and they carry a filing fee. Filing through the Tribunals Ontario Portal is cheaper — $186 rather than $201 on the main applications. All LTB fees are non-refundable, including if the matter resolves before your hearing.

FormWhat it doesFee (2026)Link
L1Application to evict for non-payment of rent and collect rent owed$201 / $186 portalGet form →
L2Application to End a Tenancy and Evict a Tenant or Collect Money$201 / $186 portalGet form →
L3Application to End a Tenancy — Tenant Gave Notice or Agreed to Terminate$201 / $186 portalGet form →
L4Application to End a Tenancy — Tenant Failed to Meet Conditions of a Settlement or OrderNo charge via portalGet form →
L5Application for a Rent Increase Above the Guideline$233 first 10 units + $10 each additional, max $1,000Get form →
L6Application for Review of a Work Order about Provincial Maintenance Standards$201Get form →
L7Application to Transfer a Care Home Tenant$201Get form →
L8Application Because the Tenant Changed the Locks$201Get form →
L9Application to Collect Rent the Tenant Owes$201 / $186 portalGet form →
L10Application to Collect Money a Former Tenant Owes$201 / $186 portalGet form →

Tenant forms — N and T forms

Tenant application fees are substantially lower than landlord fees. If you cannot afford the fee, file a Fee Waiver Request. Ontario community legal clinics help tenants with these applications free of charge — contact one before you file.

FormWhat it doesFee (2026)Link
N9Tenant’s Notice to End the TenancyGet form →
N11Agreement to End the Tenancy (mutual)Get form →
N15Tenant’s Notice to End Tenancy Because of Fear of Sexual or Domestic Violence and AbuseGet form →
T1Tenant Application for a Rebate$53 / $48 portalGet form →
T2Application about Tenant Rights$53 / $48 portalGet form →
T3Tenant Application for a Rent Reduction$53Get form →
T4Tenant Application — Landlord did not Comply with an AGI Agreement$53Get form →
T5Tenant Application — Landlord Gave a Notice of Termination in Bad Faith$53 / $48 portalGet form →
T6Tenant Application about Maintenance$53 / $48 portalGet form →
T7Tenant Application about Suite Meters$53Get form →

Shared and administrative forms

FormWhat it doesFee (2026)Link
A1Application about Whether the Act Applies$53Get form →
A2Application about a Sublet or an Assignment$53 tenant / $201 landlordGet form →
A4Application to Vary the Amount of a Rent Reduction$53 tenant / $201 landlordGet form →
Certificate of ServiceProof a document was servedNo chargeGet form →
Consent to Service by EmailConsent to be served by emailNo chargeGet form →
Fee Waiver RequestAsk the Board to waive a filing feeNo chargeGet form →
Request to Review an OrderAsk the Board to review an order$58Get form →
Request to Reschedule a HearingAsk to move a hearing dateNo chargeGet form →
Request to Extend DeadlineAsk to extend a deadlineNo chargeGet form →
Accommodation RequestRequest an accessibility accommodationNo chargeGet form →

How to file with the LTB

1. Tribunals Ontario Portal — cheapest and fastest

Accepts L1, L2, L3, L4, L9, L10, T1, T2, T5 and T6. You need a Public Secure account. Beyond filing, the Portal lets you submit evidence and submissions, check file status, exchange documents with the other party, use the dispute resolution tool and in some cases select preferred hearing dates. Responding parties need the file number plus a one-time 5-digit PIN sent by mail and email.

2. By email — for specific forms

Applies to L6, L7, L8, T3, T4, T7, A1, A2, A4, Requests for Review and Requests for Hearing Recordings. Pay first on the LTB’s online payment page, then email your application to ltbpayments@ontario.ca with the 7-digit receipt number and the rental unit address in the subject line. You must submit within 24 hours of payment or your money is refunded and you start over. Never email credit card details — those messages are automatically deleted and not processed.

3. Mail, courier, or in person

Send to an LTB office, or attend a ServiceOntario centre — some accept all LTB applications in person, and cash is accepted there. Expect processing delays with mail and courier. Multi-tenant applications must be filed by mail or courier, not through the Portal.

A practical tip most people miss

Tribunals Ontario advises that you right-click the form link, choose “Save link as,” and open the saved copy in Adobe Reader. Do not complete forms inside your browser — some browsers will not let you save or complete them properly and you can lose everything you typed.

Free download: Ontario LTB Forms Guide

Everything on this page in a single plain-English PDF you can keep — plus the practical notes that aren’t on the official site.

  • Every major form explained in one page
  • Current filing fees and the portal discount
  • A pre-filing checklist so your application isn’t rejected on a technicality
  • Where landlords and tenants can each get proper help

In-depth guides

I’ve written detailed walkthroughs of the four situations that come up most often:

  • The N4 Notice — non-payment of rent, and the L1 application that follows
  • The N12 Notice — ending a tenancy for landlord, purchaser or family use, and the bad-faith risk
  • The T2 Application — how tenants enforce their rights against lockouts, illegal entry and harassment
  • The T6 Application — how tenants force repairs, and how to pay rent to the Board instead of a landlord

Frequently asked questions

What is the Landlord and Tenant Board?

The Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) is the Ontario tribunal that resolves disputes between residential landlords and tenants under the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006. It is part of Tribunals Ontario. It handles evictions, rent arrears, maintenance disputes, rent increases and tenant rights applications.

What is the difference between an N form and an L or T form?

N forms are notices — a landlord or tenant serves them directly on the other party, and no fee is involved. L forms are landlord applications to the Board and T forms are tenant applications; both require a filing fee and lead to a hearing. You generally serve a notice first, then apply if the matter is not resolved.

How much does it cost to file with the LTB?

Most landlord applications (L1, L2, L3, L9, L10) cost $201, or $186 through the Tribunals Ontario Portal. Most tenant applications (T1, T2, T5, T6) cost $53, or $48 through the Portal. An L4 is free through the Portal. A Request to Review an Order is $58. All LTB fees are non-refundable.

How do I file an LTB application online?

Through the Tribunals Ontario Portal, which accepts L1, L2, L3, L4, L9, L10, T1, T2, T5 and T6 applications. You need a Public Secure account. Filing through the Portal is cheaper than paper and lets you submit evidence, check file status and exchange documents with the other party.

Can I file an LTB application by email?

Yes for certain forms — L6, L7, L8, T3, T4, T7, A1, A2, A4, Requests for Review and Requests for Hearing Recordings. You pay first through the online payment page, then email your application to ltbpayments@ontario.ca with the receipt number and unit address in the subject line. You must submit within 24 hours of payment or the fee is refunded. Never send credit card details by email — those messages are deleted unprocessed.

What if I cannot afford the LTB filing fee?

Submit a Fee Waiver Request form. It exists so cost is not a barrier to accessing the Board, and there is no downside to asking.

Did LTB forms change in 2026?

Yes. Effective 1 July 2026 the LTB updated a number of processes, forms and information materials following amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act under the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act (Bill 60) and the Helping Homebuyers, Protecting Tenants Act, 2023 (Bill 97). Always download the current version directly from Tribunals Ontario.

Can I get free help with an LTB matter?

Tenants can get free assistance from Ontario community legal clinics, which handle LTB matters routinely and can often represent you at a hearing at no cost. Landlords typically retain a licensed paralegal or lawyer. The LTB itself can be reached at 416-645-8080 or 1-888-332-3234 for procedural questions.

Do I have to complete LTB forms in my browser?

No — and you should not. Tribunals Ontario advises right-clicking the form link, choosing “Save link as,” and opening the saved copy in Adobe Reader. Some browsers will not let you complete or save the form properly, and you can lose your work.

Can a landlord evict a tenant without going to the LTB?

No. Only the Landlord and Tenant Board can order an eviction, and only the Sheriff can enforce it. Changing locks, removing belongings or shutting off utilities is illegal in Ontario regardless of rent owed or the tenant’s conduct.

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About the author — Jatin Dua, Etobicoke Realtor

I’m Jatin Dua, a Realtor with RE/MAX Quantum Realty working across Etobicoke, The Queensway, Mimico, Humber Bay Shores and the wider Toronto market. A large share of my business is investment condos and tenanted properties, which means Residential Tenancies Act situations are a normal part of my week — buying with a tenant in place, selling an occupied unit, and helping owners understand what they can and cannot do.

I am not a lawyer or a paralegal and nothing here is legal advice. But if you own or are buying a tenanted property in Etobicoke or Toronto and want an honest read on your options — hold, sell tenanted, or sell vacant — that is genuinely my job. Reach me at connect@jatindua.com or 437-987-1925, or book a free consultation.

Property resources: Renting in Etobicoke · The Queensway guide · Pre-construction projects · Etobicoke condo buying guide · Status certificates explained

This is not legal advice. I am a licensed real estate agent, not a lawyer or a licensed paralegal. This page indexes publicly available Landlord and Tenant Board information in plain language as at August 2026, and every form link points to the official Tribunals Ontario document. The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, LTB forms, fees and procedures change — including amendments effective 1 July 2026 under Bill 60 and Bill 97. Fees shown were current as at August 2026 and should be reconfirmed before you file. Always verify requirements at tribunalsontario.ca/ltb and get advice from a lawyer or licensed paralegal about your specific situation. Tenants can contact their local community legal clinic, generally at no cost. Jatin Dua and RE/MAX Quantum Realty accept no liability for reliance on this general information. E. & O.E.
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