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What does condominium law say about adding parking spaces?
As condo owners' lives change, they often have questions as to what their building will allow. One of the changes that often concerns Ontario condo owners is the addition of a new car and the need for parking. Many people...
What does condominium law say about loud pets?
When searching for a condo, buyers should consider if a prospective unit will also be a comfortable living situation for any children or pets. With regards to the latter, condominium law and condo board regulations may be in place regulating...
How condominium law can protect buyers with status certificates
Real estate buying and selling involves a great deal of paperwork. It can be tough to go through all the forms and certificates and understand which details are most important. For people investing in condos rather than houses in Ottawa,...
Condo bylaws prevent Ottawa woman from charging new electric car
Many Canadians are looking for ways to live more environmentally-friendly lives. However, those living in a residence where condo bylaws apply may face challenges in doing so. When making lifestyle changes, such individuals must be considerate of the agreements for...
Condo Authority of Ontario – Services, Fees and Implementation
Almost two years ago, the Protecting Condominium Owners Act, 2015 was passed by the Ontario legislature. This legislation enabled the creation of two new condominium administrative authorities: The Condominium Management Regulatory Authority of Ontario and the Condominium Authority of Ontario...
Carleton Condominium Corporation No. 396 v Burdet, 2016 ONCA 394
The Condominium Act, 1998 (the "Act") stipulates that when a condominium owner accumulates arrears in respect of their required contributions to common expenses, the condominium corporation has a lien against their unit. The lien expires three months after the default...
