The applicant sought statutory accident benefits for the cost of renting an accessible unit following a motor vehicle accident.
The applicant owned a main residence in Thunder Bay and a vacation property in Toronto.
Due to her injuries, she rented an accessible unit in Toronto and rented out both her pre-accident properties.
The respondent argued that the rental income from both properties should be deducted from the housing benefit, resulting in no benefit payable.
The Tribunal found that only the rental income from the pre-accident main residence should be deducted, as the Schedule does not contemplate deducting income from a vacation property.
The applicant was awarded the housing benefit less the main residence rental income, plus interest.
Claims for painting expenses and an award were dismissed.
