May 10, 2022
How to Reinstate a Lost Restriction
A recent decision of the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) is a nice example of the steps that can be taken to “reinstate a lost restriction”.
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May 6, 2022
Another Helpful Decision About “Transitioning Back” to a No-Pets Provision
A recent decision of the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) provides helpful guidance about steps that may to taken to again enforce a “no-pets” provision which was not fully enforced in the past.
April 25, 2022
Condominium Corporation Not Required to Await Outcome of LTB Proceedings
The Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) has confirmed the right of a condominium corporation to pursue its own separate enforcement rights against a landlord and tenant even when the landlord has made application against the non-compliant tenant before the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB).
April 7, 2022
Potential cost of CMRAO’s discipline process
James Davidson and Nancy Houle recently wrote an aritcle for publication by Condo Business Magazine on the potential cost of
April 1, 2022
Reporting Energy and Water Use in Condominiums
Under the regulation for Reporting of Energy Consumption and Water Use, large building owners are required to report their building’s energy and water use annually. Beginning in 2023, buildings which measure 50,000 square feet (in gross floor area) or larger must report this consumption for the previous calendar year.
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Episode 19 - An episode about Compliance Applications
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March 30, 2022
Episode 19 – An Episode about Compliance Applications
In our latest podcast episode, Jim and David discuss a recent compliance case and compliance applications generally.
March 28, 2022
CAT Again Confirms Obligation of Condominium Corporations to Keep Minutes
In a recent case, the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) has again confirmed the obligation of condominium corporations hold meetings and to keep Meeting Minutes.
March 23, 2022
Changes to CAT Rules Respecting Costs
The Rules of the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) respecting recovery of costs changed on January 1, 2022.
March 18, 2022
Provincial Requirements Respecting Masks to Change Dramatically on March 21, 2022
The province of Ontario has announced that provincial mask-wearing requirements will change dramatically on March 21, 2022. What does this mean for condominiums?
March 17, 2022
Electric Vehicles and Chargers – An Update on Funding
As we all know, electric vehicles (EVs) are expected to grow dramatically in popularity over the coming years (owing to climate change and potentially heightened world oil prices). As a result, more and more condominiums will be considering EV charging systems. What are the options in terms of funding for these systems?
March 14, 2022
The Rights of Owners to See Legal Bills (Subject to Redacting)
In a recent decision, the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) has again confirmed the rights of owners to see legal bills (received by the condominium corporation), subject to appropriate redacting to remove privileged information and other information falling with Section 55(4) of the Condominium Act 1998 (the Act).
March 8, 2022
City to Implement Short-Term Rental By-law
The City of Ottawa has recently sent a “Notice to Condominium Corporations” about the implementation of the City’s new Short-Term Rental By-law. Enforcement of the City’s by-law will begin on April 1, 2022.
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Condo Cases Across Canada
A quarterly publication of the Canadian Condominium Institute, National Chapter.
Each issue contains summaries of some of the latest condominium decisions (from Courts and Administrative Tribunals) across the country. Not all cases are summarized. But most of the key condominium cases are summarized.
Editor: James Davidson, LLB., FCCI
Jim has been practicing condominium law for over 30 years. He represents condominium corporations, their directors, owners, and insurers throughout Eastern Ontario. His experience also includes building deficiencies, shared property interests, co-ownership and construction law.
