September 29, 2023
REMINDER: Changes to the Condominium Act, 1998 Come Into Force on October 1, 2023
The changes set out in Bill 91: “Less Red Tape, Stronger Economy Act, 2023”, come into force on October 1, 2023.
Condominium & Joint Property Law
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Why DHA?
We are a boutique condominium and joint property law firm serving condominium corporations throughout Eastern Ontario. Our dedication to the practice, our clients and our community is what sets us apart.
We are experts
We focus on condominiums and other forms of shared property. There are many unique principles and issues that apply to such properties. We understand the issues and we can provide the answers.
We are responsive
Our client service also sets us apart. We know that legal issues are often urgent. Our commitment is to offer prompt service that will hopefully ease some burden and achieve strong results for our clients.
We are efficient
We come nimble and prepared in our areas of specialty. We work as a team, with extensive experience and expertise that we all share together. Our clients don’t pay for training about condominium and shared property law.
We are keen
We consider it an honour and a privilege any time someone chooses us as their legal counsel. We truly enjoy the wonderful relationships that we have with our clients. We’d love to work with you.
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As condominium law specialists representing over 800 condominium corporations, our suite of services represent our expertise in the field.
Latest Condo Law News
Updated continuously by our team, we have the finger on the pulse for everything regarding condominium law.
September 7, 2023
Hyundai Vehicle Recall: Does a Condominium Corporation Have Any Resulting Obligations?
Recent news reports indicate that Hyundai has issued recall notices (in relation to certain vehicles) due to apparent risks of oil pump failures. The reports also indicate that Hyundai has advised the vehicle owners that they can continue to drive the vehicles, but has recommended that they park the vehicles outdoors and away from structures until the necessary recall remedy is carried out.
What obligations, if any, does this place on condominium corporations?
September 6, 2023
Noise and the Jurisdiction of the CAT
A recent decision of the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) provides some helpful guidance when considering whether or not a noise issue falls within the jurisdiction of the CAT.
July 31, 2023
Noise Complaints – What Are a Condominium Corporation’s Obligations?
In a recent decision, the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) held that the condominium corporation had failed to meet its obligations to a noise complainant. The Tribunal also ordered the condominium corporation to cover a significant portion of the complainant’s costs. The Tribunal’s decision contains some helpful statements about the obligations of condominium corporations when dealing with noise complaints.
June 20, 2023
Changes to the Condominium Act: Virtual Meetings and Electronic Voting
The Province of Ontario has approved changes to the Condominium Act that will give condominium corporations increased flexibility regarding electronic voting, virtual meetings, and the electronic delivery of materials.
Podcast:
Episode 34 - Protecting Your Condo: Understanding the Risks of Uninsured Workers and Volunteers
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June 8, 2023
Episode 34 – Protecting Your Condo: Understanding the Risks of Uninsured Workers and Volunteers
If you missed our May 25 discussion about the risks associated with using uninsured workers and volunteers, it is now available as the latest episode of our Condopedia podcast.
