Lionston Group Inc and Granite Vista Property management v Santa and Harangi
Last updated: October 12, 2026
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Citation: Lionston Group Inc and Granite Vista Property management v Santa and Harangi, LTB-L-014077-26
File Number: LTB-L-014077-26
Timeline
Hearing Date
May 2026
Order Date
Jun 4, 2026
Tenancy End Date
Jun 2027
Decision
Consent order issued for termination of tenancy for major repairs or renovations, with compensation and right of first refusal for the Tenants.
Dispute
The Landlord applied for an order to terminate the tenancy and evict the Tenants because the Landlord requires vacant possession of the rental unit in order to do major repairs or renovations. The parties resolved the matter directly and requested an order on consent.
Determinations
- The parties resolved the matter directly and requested an order on consent.
Landlord's Arguments
Actions and Evidence
The Landlord agreed to pay compensation, waive June 2026 rent, and allow the Tenants to exercise their right of first refusal.
Considerations
Tenant's Arguments
Actions and Evidence
The Tenants agreed to remove all belongings, leave the unit in broom-swept condition, and exercise their right of first refusal upon completion of renovations.
Considerations
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