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Request for Rent Payment Extension - Template Form

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What is a Request for Rent Payment Extension?

A Request for Rent Payment Extension is a ready-to-use legal template for Canada. You complete it by answering a few plain-English questions, then download the finished document in Word and PDF.

What does the Request for Rent Payment Extension cover?

The Request for Rent Payment Extension is organised into sections covering § 1. Background, § 2. Reason for Request, § 3. Extension Requested, § 4. Late Payment Charges, § 5. No Waiver or Variation, so the important points are captured in a clear, consistent structure.

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You can download your completed Request for Rent Payment Extension as an editable Microsoft Word (.docx) file and as a PDF.

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Is a Request for Rent Payment Extension legally binding?

Once it is properly completed and signed by everyone involved, a Request for Rent Payment Extension is generally legally binding in Canada, provided it meets the legal requirements that apply to this type of document.

What laws apply to a Request for Rent Payment Extension in Canada?

A Request for Rent Payment Extension should comply with the laws in force in Canada. This template is built around the provisions such situations commonly require, but the rules can vary by region and change over time, so check the current requirements for your case.

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For most standard situations you can complete the Request for Rent Payment Extension yourself using the guided questionnaire. For high-value, unusual or high-risk matters, it is sensible to have a qualified lawyer review the finished document.

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Most people finish the Request for Rent Payment Extension in just a few minutes by answering the plain-English questions. You can save your progress and come back to it at any time.

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Re: Request for Extension of Time to Pay Rent — Residential Premises located at ________


Dear ________,

I am the tenant of the residential premises located at ________ (the "Premises") pursuant to a residential tenancy agreement dated ________ (the "Tenancy Agreement"). I am writing to request, in good faith, a short extension of time within which to remit my rent owing under the Tenancy Agreement.

§ 1. Background. The monthly rent for the Premises is ________, payable on the ________ day of each month. My rent in the amount of ________ became due and payable on ________.

§ 2. Reason for Request. I am presently experiencing temporary financial hardship arising from the following circumstances: ________. As a result, I am unable to remit the full amount of rent on the date it fell due.

§ 3. Extension Requested. I respectfully request an extension of ________ and propose to pay the outstanding rent in full on or before ________. If it would assist, I would be pleased to discuss a written repayment arrangement providing for payment of the outstanding amount in instalments of ________ on the following schedule: ________.

§ 4. Late Payment Charges. I understand that the Tenancy Agreement contains a provision respecting the late payment of rent. I respectfully request that any late charge, administrative fee, or interest otherwise applicable be waived in these exceptional circumstances. I acknowledge that, under the residential tenancy legislation applicable in ________, a landlord may only charge those fees, interest, or penalties expressly permitted by that legislation and the regulations made thereunder, and that any such charge must be reasonable and lawful.

Thank you for your understanding and consideration of this request. Please do not hesitate to contact me should you wish to discuss this matter further.

Yours sincerely,


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Tenant


ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND AGREEMENT OF LANDLORD

The undersigned landlord agrees to the extension and arrangement requested above, on the terms set out herein, without prejudice to all other rights and remedies under the Tenancy Agreement and applicable law.


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Landlord

Date: ________

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