Condo Law Blog

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?

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.

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.

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.

CAT Finds No Smoking Rule to Be Reasonable

In a recent case, the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) held that the condominium corporation’s no smoking rule was reasonable.

What About Volunteers?

Many condominium corporations arrange for certain tasks to be performed by volunteers. Is this a concern?

A Reminder About Incurring Reasonable Charges When It Comes to Enforcement

A recent Condominium Authority Tribunal (“CAT”) decision provides another reminder of the need for condominium corporations to act reasonably.

What Are Some Tools Available When Dealing With a Dispute in a Condominium Environment?

Even when a condominium corporation has a strong governance framework in place, disputes are (unfortunately) an inevitable aspect of condominium

Vacant Unit and Underused Housing Tax

Does your condominium need to file a declaration for the City of Ottawa Vacant Unit Tax? If yes, the declaration must be made by April 30, 2023. Read on to see if your condominium might qualify as a residential property subject to the Vacant Unit Tax or the Underused Housing Tax implemented by the Federal Government.