# Rent Increases (Substantive)

> Verify annual guideline % and RTB-7 (or current form) on RTB site each year.

## Valid increase (working)

1. Written notice — **3 full calendar months**  
2. Correct form  
3. ≤ Rent Increase Guideline  
4. Not more than once per **12 months**  
5. Proper service (ss. 88–89)  

## Tenant challenge window

Often **30 days** from receipt of notice — **`[VERIFY]`**. File RTB dispute.

## Above-guideline

Landlord applies under the Act (often s. 44 family). Tenant:

- Files Response  
- Attends  
- Demands capital expenditure / financial disclosure  

## Evidence

- [ ] Notice document + envelope/service proof  
- [ ] Prior increase date  
- [ ] Calculation vs guideline  
- [ ] Rent ledger