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The pros and cons of community-building efforts
An industry expert weighs the pros and cons of community-building efforts in condominium corporations.
CondoBusiness
GTA condo fees average 65 cents per square foot
Maintenance fees across condos in the GTA averaged 65 cents per square foot in 2017, according to a recent report from Condos.ca.
CondoBusiness
When the developer next door comes calling
With construction booming and land scarce, condo buildings in urban areas may face a situation where a neighbouring developer requires access to their land.
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The meeting minutes are written — now what?
Under new regulatory requirements (as of Nov. 1, 2017) condo corporations need to archive their minutes so they are available “at all times.”
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Unregistered condo corps could face late charges as of March
Condo corporations that do not register with the Condominium Authority of Ontario by Feb. 28, 2018, may face late charges.
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Proposal aims to remove roadblocks to electric vehicles in condos
The Ontario government is looking at ways to next spring remove roadblocks to installing electric vehicle charging stations on condo properties.
CondoBusiness
Simple design choices support accessibility
Condominium boards and managers have been increasingly seeking advice on how to make accessibility improvements in older buildings.
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Tips for selecting a new paint colour in condos
Could a paint colour change on a property land a condominium corporation in court? What about result in physical threats? The answer to both is yes.
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Regulator will not actively seek complaints
The Condominium Management Regulatory Authority of Ontario (CMRAO) will not be "actively seeking" complaints about licensees, says chair Aubrey LeBlanc.
CondoBusiness
A director’s toolkit for renovation success
Given how much corporations are likely to invest in renovation projects, it’s important to set them up for success.
CondoBusiness
The Condominium Authority of Ontario launches
In its first month, the Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO) fielded 330 calls and 130 emails from condo directors, managers and owners.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
HVAC switch over snared by hot spell
Tensions boiled over last week at Toronto apartment buildings without air conditioning as temperatures soared into heat wave territory in late September.
CondoBusiness
Ian Darling named Condominium Authority Tribunal chair
Ian Darling will serve as the first chair of the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) starting Oct. 2.
CondoBusiness
Having uncomfortable conversations in condos
Directors, property managers and residents often hesitate when they first face the potential of having a hard conversation. How mediation concepts can help.
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Cloud-based software on the rise in condos
In recent years there has been significant growth in the adoption of cloud-based software among tech-savvy condo communities and property managers.
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A condo rule against complaining?
A condo corporation was reported to have enacted a rule which, among other things, sought to limit the ability of residents to complain to the condominium.
CondoBusiness
What board directors should ask condo auditors
It’s important for board members to review the draft financial statements and know what questions to ask their condo auditor before giving their approval.
