Bill 60: What You Need To Know

Ontario's rental rules have changed again, and if you own or rent a condo in Toronto, you'll want to know a few important updates.

Several changes introduced through Bill 60, the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025, officially took effect on September 21, 2026, including:

• Shorter notice periods for unpaid rent
• A clearer definition of persistent late payments
• New requirements for tenants who want to raise certain issues at non-payment of rent hearings at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB)

Other changes have been in place since July 1, 2026.

While the legislation focuses on reducing delays at the LTB and making rental disputes more efficient, it has also generated discussion among tenant advocates and landlord groups about how these changes could affect both sides.

Here's what has changed, what it means for landlords and tenants, and how Del Condominium Rentals is preparing for the new requirements.

1. Less Time to Pay Overdue Rent After an N4 Notice

One of the biggest changes affects the notice period for non-payment of rent.

Previously, landlords had to give monthly tenants at least 14 days' notice before applying to the LTB for an eviction order over unpaid rent.

As of September 21, 2026, that minimum notice period has been reduced to seven days for new N4 notices.

An N4 is a Notice to End a Tenancy Early for Non-payment of Rent. It gives tenants an opportunity to address outstanding rent before the landlord moves forward with an LTB application.

If the tenant doesn't resolve the arrears, the landlord can file an L1 application with the LTB starting the day after the termination date on the notice.

However, receiving an N4 doesn’t mean a tenant must automatically leave after seven days. A landlord still needs an eviction order from the LTB, and only the appropriate enforcement authority can carry out an eviction.

Learn more about official LTB forms.

What This Means for Owners and Tenants

For landlords, the shorter notice period allows non-payment matters to move forward sooner if the outstanding rent isn't resolved.

For tenants, it means having less time to address arrears before formal proceedings can begin.

If a tenant pays all the outstanding rent, including any additional rent that has become due, before an L1 application is filed, the N4 becomes void.

2. A Clearer Definition of Persistent Late Rent Payments

Bill 60 also introduces a specific definition of “persistent late payment.”

Starting September 21, 2026, a tenant meets the new regulatory threshold when rent is received more than seven days after the due date on at least three separate occasions within a six-month period.

Example:

The monthly rent is due on the first of every month.

If a tenant has paid more than seven days late in June 2026, July 2026 and September 2026, that payment history could meet the new threshold.

The definition gives landlords a clearer standard for documenting repeated late payments and determining when an N8 notice may be appropriate.

There are a few important details to understand:

• Payments made before September 21 can still count if they fall within the relevant six-month period.
• A payment isn't considered late under this threshold if the apparent delay results solely from the landlord applying the payment to another amount the tenant owes.
• The definition isn't exhaustive. The LTB can still find persistent late payment in other circumstances.

Does Meeting the Threshold Mean Automatic Eviction?

No.

Meeting the persistent late-payment threshold may provide grounds for a landlord to issue an N8 notice and apply to the LTB, but it doesn’t automatically end the tenancy.

The LTB still needs to consider the application and the circumstances before issuing an eviction order.

As a landlord, it’s important to keep accurate payment records. As a tenant, paying rent on time and communicating about any difficulties can help prevent repeated late payments that escalate into a formal dispute.

3. Changes to Landlord’s Own-Use Evictions (N12 Notices)

Bill 60 also changes the rules for certain N12 notices, which landlords can use when they or an eligible family member intend to occupy a rental unit.

Previously, landlords generally had to provide at least 60 days' notice and either pay the tenant one month's rent as compensation or offer another acceptable rental unit.

Under the new rules, landlords have an additional option.

For qualifying landlord's own-use N12 notices served on or after September 21, 2026, a landlord who provides at least 120 days' notice is no longer required to pay that compensation or offer another acceptable unit.

If the landlord provides less than 120 days' notice, the existing compensation requirements continue to apply. The termination date must still meet the applicable tenancy-ending requirements.

This compensation exemption does not apply to N12 notices served for a purchaser's own use.

What About Bad-Faith Evictions?

Bad-faith evictions are still prohibited.

As of September 21, 2026, a new occupancy requirement also applies to certain landlords' own-use cases.

The landlord or intended occupant must move into the property within 60 days of the termination date specified in the N12 notice.

If they don’t and the former tenant files a T5 application, the notice is presumed to have been given in bad faith. The landlord can present evidence at the hearing to challenge that presumption.

4. New Rules for Raising Maintenance Issues at Non-Payment Hearings

Under Section 82 of the Residential Tenancies Act, tenants can raise certain issues as part of their response to a landlord's non-payment application.

These might include outstanding repair requests, maintenance problems, or interference with their reasonable enjoyment of the property.

Starting September 21, 2026, tenants must generally pay at least 50% of the rent arrears claimed in the landlord's application before raising these other issues at the non-payment hearing. This applies to relevant applications filed on or after that date.

There are also specific requirements for how and when the payment must be made.

• Payment must be made at least seven days before the hearing.
• Payment must be made directly to the landlord, not to the LTB.
• The tenant must also provide the landlord and LTB with a description of the issues and supporting evidence at least seven days before the hearing.

What This Means for Owners and Tenants

This change is intended to streamline rent-arrears hearings by adding a requirement for tenants who want to bring other issues into the same proceeding.

It does not remove landlords' obligations to maintain their properties, as there are still applicable standards under the RTA.

5. Other Bill 60 Changes Already in Effect

Not all of Bill 60's changes took effect in September.

Several procedural updates were introduced on July 1, 2026, including changes to LTB review deadlines and payment agreements

LTB Efficiency and Review Timelines

The time to request a review of an LTB order was reduced from 30 days to 15 days (with extensions possible in appropriate cases and at the discretion of an LTB adjudicator). The LTB can extend this deadline when it considers an extension just and appropriate in the circumstances.

This essentially means landlords and tenants who want to request a review of an order now have a shorter window to act.

Mandatory Payment Agreement Form

The LTB also introduced a mandatory standardized form for repayment agreements made under Section 206 of the RTA. When landlords and tenants enter into these types of repayment arrangements, they must use the official LTB Payment Agreement Form.

The change was made to provide more standardized procedures for handling certain rental disputes.

What These Changes Mean Going Forward

Bill 60 introduced several procedural changes intended to reduce delays at the Landlord and Tenant Board and improve predictability for rental disputes.

While some provisions give landlords additional options for addressing non-payment and certain eviction matters, tenants continue to have rights and protections under Ontario's rental laws.

If you own a Toronto condo managed by Del Rentals and have questions about how these changes may affect your unit, reach out to your designated Client Experience Specialist. You may also reach out to request a free rental evaluation if you’re interested in condo management.  

This article is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Confirm legal requirements and procedures using current official guidance and professional advice where appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a Tenant Avoid an L1 Application by Paying the Outstanding Rent?

Yes. Paying the full amount required to void the N4, including any additional rent due at the time of payment, before the landlord files an L1 application makes the notice void.

Tenants who cannot pay everything immediately should contact their landlord or property manager to discuss possible payment arrangements.

Do Late Payments Made Before September 21, 2026, Still Count Under the Definition of “Persistent Late”?

Yes. Late payments before September 21 can count toward the new persistent late-payment threshold if they fall within the relevant six-month period. Landlords should maintain accurate records of payment dates when documenting repeated late payments.

Can a Tenant Be Evicted Automatically After Three Late Payments?

No. The new threshold provides a clearer basis for pursuing an N8 Notice, but the landlord must still go through the LTB process to obtain an eviction order. Meeting the threshold does not automatically terminate the tenancy.

Can Tenants Still Raise Maintenance Concerns at a Non-Payment Hearing?

Yes, but the new rules introduce additional requirements for qualifying cases. Tenants must generally pay at least 50% of the claimed arrears directly to the landlord at least seven days before the hearing and meet the applicable disclosure requirements.

What Should Tenants Do if They're Having Trouble Paying Rent?

Contact your landlord or property manager as soon as you anticipate a problem.

With the shorter N4 notice period, there's less time to address overdue rent before an application can be filed.

Discuss possible payment arrangements, make payments toward the balance when possible, and consider contacting a local legal clinic or Rent Bank if you need additional assistance.

What Should Condo Owners Do to Prepare for the RTA changes?

Familiarize themselves with the updated notice periods, maintain accurate rent-payment records, and continue addressing maintenance concerns as soon as they come up.

If Del Rentals manages your condo unit, contact your designated Client Experience Specialist with questions about how the changes may affect your rental property.

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