1. Residential Rental Licensing pilot relaunch: The city announced plans to relaunch the RRL pilot between March 28 and April 19, prompting outcry from landlords who claim it penalizes compliant property owners.

2. Protests at City Hall: Brampton landlords gathered outside city hall to protest the planned relaunch of the residential rental licensing (RRL) pilot by the city council.

3. Compliant Landlords: Azad Goyat, a landlord renting out his basement and first floor, voiced concerns about the pilot. He argues that it unfairly targets landlords instead of providing support for landlord-tenant disputes.

4. Pilot Details: Initially launched on Jan. 1, the pilot mandates registration for landlords renting out four or fewer units. Properties in specific wards will face regular inspections, fines, or penalties for violating property standards.

5. Increased Burden: Landlords worry about the additional burden of inspections and fines under the pilot, especially concerning problem tenants violating city laws.

6. City Concerns: Mayor Patrick Brown highlighted issues of substandard housing and illegal rental units, prompting the city’s move to relaunch the pilot to address these concerns.

7. Tracking Landlords: The RRL aims to track registered landlords and monitor the number of occupants in rental properties annually to ensure compliance with regulations.

8. Misinformation: Councilor Rowena Santos clarified misconceptions about the pilot, stating that compliant landlords need not worry, as enforcement targets slumlords and is complaint-based.

9. LTB Delays: Landlords cite delays at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) as a concern, fearing penalties if they enroll in the RRL program due to unresolved complaints.

10. Application Process: The city streamlines the application process, waiving fees for applications made before June 30 and reducing documentation requirements.

11. Pending Details: While the city has not disclosed fines and penalties for non-compliance, ongoing protests and petitions reflect landlords’ dissatisfaction with the pilot’s implementation.