Ontario Rent Increase 2019 Calculator

The Ontario Rent Increase 2019 Calculator helps tenants and landlords understand the 2019 rent control rules in Ontario. This tool calculates the maximum allowed rent increase based on the 2019 Ontario Rent Control Act.

How Ontario Rent Control Works in 2019

The Ontario Rent Control Act of 2019 established new rules for residential rent increases in the province. The key provisions include:

Maximum Rent Increase Limits

Under the 2019 Act, landlords can increase rent by no more than:

3% for units in good repair
5% for units requiring minor repairs
7% for units requiring major repairs

Exemptions and Exceptions

Certain units are exempt from rent control, including:

New construction units
Units in new buildings
Units in buildings with fewer than 5 units

Rent Increase Formula

New Rent = Current Rent × (1 + Increase Percentage)

Where Increase Percentage is determined by the unit's condition.

Notice Requirements

Landlords must provide written notice of rent increases to tenants at least 60 days before the increase takes effect.

Note: The 2019 Ontario Rent Control Act applies to residential rental units only. Commercial and industrial properties are not covered by these rules.

Example Calculations

Let's look at some examples of how the 2019 rent control rules apply in different scenarios.

Example 1: Unit in Good Repair

Current rent: $1,200/month

Maximum allowed increase: 3%

New rent: $1,200 × 1.03 = $1,236

Example 2: Unit Requiring Major Repairs

Current rent: $1,500/month

Maximum allowed increase: 7%

New rent: $1,500 × 1.07 = $1,605

Example 3: Exempt Unit (New Construction)

Current rent: $1,800/month

Maximum allowed increase: No limit (exempt from rent control)

New rent: $1,800 × 1.10 = $1,980 (assuming a 10% increase)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum rent increase allowed under the 2019 Ontario Rent Control Act?: The maximum allowed increase depends on the unit's condition: 3% for good repair, 5% for minor repairs, and 7% for major repairs.
How much notice must landlords provide before increasing rent?: Landlords must provide written notice at least 60 days before the rent increase takes effect.
Are there any exemptions to the rent control rules?: Yes, new construction units, units in new buildings, and units in buildings with fewer than 5 units are exempt from rent control.
Does the 2019 rent control apply to commercial properties?: No, the 2019 Ontario Rent Control Act applies only to residential rental units.
What happens if a landlord increases rent beyond the allowed limit?: Tenants can challenge the increase through the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal or local tenant protection agencies.