Difference between revisions of "Dispute Resolution in Residential Tenancies (19:X)"

The RTB Rules of Procedure state that, to the extent that it is possible, an applicant must submit their evidence with their application and serve a copy of that evidence when they serve the Notice of Hearing. However, if this is not possible, the RTB and the respondent must receive a copy of all the applicant’s evidence no less than 14 days prior to the hearing; the respondent’s evidence must be received by the RTB and the applicant no less than 7 days prior to the hearing. However, arbitrators have the authority to extend the time limit to serve the Notice Package if they find that the Package was sufficiently served for the Act on a later date. Evidence can be submitted online, in person or by mail or fax.  

Where possible, parties should submit evidence digitally. Parties can submit evidence online using the dispute access site (https://tenancydispute.gov.bc.ca/DisputeAccess/ #login-page) any time before the deadline. Note that RTB imposes restrictions on the format, size, or amount of evidence submitted or exchanged during the dispute resolution process. For more information, visit https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/residential-tenancies/apply-online/prepare-for-a-hearing/choosing-and-preparing-evidence#digital.