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Ontario city approves new ‘renoviction’ bylaw, but will it protect renters? | Globalnews.ca

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London , Ont ., passed a “renoviction” bylaw to deter bad landlords from using evictions to force lower-paying tenants out of their homes.

Some councillors expressed skepticism over the bylaw, calling the penalties “weak” Under the change, landlords must apply for a Rental Unit Repair Licence for the renovation or repair of the rental unit and obtain a report certified by a qualified professional stating the repairs or renovations are extensive enough for the renter to vacate.

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