OSH Security Practice Test

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What could happen if a landlord enters a tenant’s unit in violation of the Residential Tenancies Act?

The landlord would have to pay for a heavy fine which would go to the tenant
After filing a complaint to the board, the tenant would receive an abatement of rent
A landlord is exempt from any fines or penalties and does not have to give reasons why he entered
None of the above

The correct answer is: After filing a complaint to the board, the tenant would receive an abatement of rent

When a landlord enters a tenant's unit in violation of the Residential Tenancies Act, the tenant may choose to file a complaint with the appropriate board or authority overseeing residential tenancy issues. If the board finds in favor of the tenant, a common remedy can be an abatement of rent. This means that the tenant may receive a reduction in their rent for the period during which the landlord violated the law by entering their unit without proper consent or notice. This serves as a way to rectify the breach of the tenant's rights as well as to provide financial relief for the inconvenience or distress caused. The focus on addressing the violation through potential rent abatement emphasizes the importance of protecting tenant rights while also holding landlords accountable for their actions.