T1Applications you (the tenant) file
Tenant Application for a Rebate
Get back money your landlord charged illegally — like an illegal deposit or overpaid rent.
By the LeasePlain Editorial Team · Checked against Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act per our editorial standards·Last reviewed August 2026
A T1 lets you recover money the landlord wasn't entitled to: an illegal damage deposit, rent charged above the lawful amount, or unpaid deposit interest. There are time limits, so file promptly.
Key points
- Recovers illegal charges & overpayments
- Covers unpaid deposit interest
- Time limits apply
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