In my living situation a renter would share a bathroom and kitchen therefore the Residential Tenancies Act does not apply. I have to appear before the rental tribunal next week and am wondering if they are likely to hear the case or dismiss.
Situation:
Girl wants to rent room for four months starting Sept 1 and sends deposit. Also says it is ok if not
Girl changes mind August 24 and wonders if she can get deposit back
I say no…unless SHE finds me a replacement. She agrees.
I bust my butt to find a replacement
Renter changes mind and wants to move in
I explain room is rented
She demands her money back; I remind her of the agreement
She claims she did not give notice and was just testing the waters
Renter filed with rental tribunal but did not give all facts
I tried calling tribunal to tell them this was not their jurisdiction but I must appear in person to explain
I am hoping it gets rejected but I am sure tenant will then go to small claims court.
Thoughts?