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Accommodating mental illness in condos
Accommodating mental illness in a condominium setting is no trifling obligation. Cases show that the courts prefer creative solutions over forced sales.
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The long-term costs of lowering maintenance fees
Maintenance fees are currently a hot topic. Some suggest lower fees improve affordability and resale value; others warn of potential long-term consequences.
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Why regularly scheduled exterior care matters
An expert explains why regularly scheduled exterior care matters for condos, whether high-rises or townhouses.
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Iconic condos prime targets for rooftop photogs
Iconic condos are prime targets for rooftop photographers as urban exploration resurfaces in Toronto amid the glut of high-rise construction.
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Pan Am and the sport of short-term rentals
A security expert says condos need to have a plan for responding to short-term rentals ahead of tourist draws like the Pan Am/Parapan Am Games.
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The legalities of live-in caregivers in condos
The issue of whether live-in caregivers breach single-family dwelling provisions arose for the first time in the Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta.
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Five trends in digital notice boards in condos
Now that condo board directors have embraced digital notice boards as part of their communications toolkit, the next step is to work it to their advantage.
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Kids in condos and noise complaints
The recent news report of a B.C. family moving to escape an ongoing fee issued by its strata council due to noise complaints has implications for Ontario.
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Shared facilities, shared headaches?
The agreement that sets out the parameters of the legal relationship between corporations governing shared facilities is often vague, fueling disputes.
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How a condo board divided can remain united
A common goal can help foster a healthy space for debating the merits of various options — even if a condo board decision is ultimately made by a 3-2 vote.
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Smoke-free movement makes inroads in condos
A recent court case shows that the movement to make Ontario smoke-free has made significant inroads in condos.
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Communication tips for condo communities
Owners often accuse boards of directors of being too secretive. Two property management professionals share their communication tips for condo communities.
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Ontario case spotlights unapproved alterations
A recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision has shone a spotlight on a problem condominium corporations occasionally face: unapproved alterations.
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Barrie defers vote on condo garbage collection
Barrie City Council has passed its 2015 budget without funding for providing or rebating condo garbage collection, but could still start either this fall.
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A guide to condo parking garage maintenance
Data suggests that a condominium corporation should expect to spend between $100 and $500 per parking stall per year in order to keep its parking
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Barrie to debate garbage collection for condos
Barrie condo owners might soon get relief from “paying double” for garbage collection. City Council has agreed to cost into its 2015 budget either rebating
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Budget prep for condo managers
Each year, every condominium corporation requires a budget to be prepared, approved and circulated to unit owners. This is both for information and transparency purposes,
