FAQs

A renoviction is when a landlord uses the N13(External link) process to lawfully evict a tenant to complete major renovations or repairs that require the unit to be empty.

An unlawful renoviction happens when landlords evict tenants to complete renovations and fail to follow the N13(External link) process under the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA)(External link). Landlords and tenants may be unclear or unaware that landlords must follow the N13 process under the Residential Tenancies Act of Ontario and have a building permit issued from the City if they require the unit to be vacated.

The Residential Tenancies Act(External link) is an Ontario law that sets out the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants who rent residential properties in Ontario. The RTA provides protection for residential tenants from unlawful rent increases and unlawful evictions.

An N13 is a standard form titled Notice to End Your Tenancy Because the Landlord Wants to Demolish the Rental Unit, Repair it or Convert it to Another Use(External link). It is a legal Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB)(External link) notice provided by a landlord to their tenant when they (1) intend to demolish the rental unit or complex or (2) require that the rental unit be vacant in order to do extensive repairs or renovations. 

If a tenant receives an N13(External link) Form from the landlord, under the Residential Tenancies Act(External link) of Ontario, they may secure a Right of First Refusal. A tenant being evicted due to planned renovations by their landlord has the legal right to move back into their unit once the work is completed, provided the tenant delivers a written notice to the landlord before leaving, indicating that they wish to reoccupy the space.

The City aims to protect tenants from unlawful renovictions and ensure that their rights during the N13(External link) process are protected as well as working to maintain affordable housing options in Mississauga.

The by-law will likely apply to all rental properties in Mississauga. However, certain exemptions may be identified following the information-gathering phase.   

Other jurisdictions in Ontario utilize their By-Law Officers to complete inspections and enforce renoviction regulations. The City of Mississauga is considering a similar approach, but the specifics will be determined once a renoviction by-law is formally approved. 

The by-law will support landlords through the N13(External link) notice process by establishing clear requirements for renovations, ensuring landlords can renovate their properties while respecting tenants' legal rights.

This by-law is to assist tenants in understanding their rights under the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA)(External link). Tenants have the right to return to their renovated units at the same rent or as otherwise permitted under the RTA. 

You should do one or more of the following: 

1.  Meet with your landlord to discuss the requirements under the RTA and whether they apply to your situation. This includes whether the landlord has applied for a Building Permit.
     
2. You should consult the following website tribunalsontario.ca/ltb/(External link) and consider seeking legal advice, as you consider your next steps.

You are invited to attend the virtual public meeting(External link) on Wednesday, April 9 and/or complete online survey(External link).