Unpaid rent in Laval
In Laval, unpaid-rent cases have risen alongside the increase in rents across the region. Laval families (often settled into larger units than what's available in Montréal) face rents that have climbed quickly without their incomes following the same path.
The TAL (Tribunal administratif du logement) regional service for Laval covers a fast-growing territory. Laval landlords need to understand that the unpaid-rent process follows a precise legal framework: a demand letter (mise en demeure) has to be sent, a reasonable delay given, and only the TAL can order a lease to be terminated.
The Association des locataires de Laval can support tenants going through a rough patch. If you're behind on rent, acting quickly and in good faith (by proposing a repayment plan, for instance) is often the best strategy.
Local resources in Laval
- Bureau du TAL · Laval :Regional office for the Laval area
- Association des locataires de Laval :Defending the rights of Laval tenants
- TAL office in Laval: address and hours
Your remedies
As a tenant in Laval, you have the same protections as every tenant in Quebec under the Civil Code of Québec and the Act respecting the Tribunal administratif du logement. You can send a demand letter to your landlord, file an application with the TAL, or turn to local community resources to guide you through the process.
To learn more about your rights and the steps to follow, see our complete guide on unpaid rent.