
Asiaei v. Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No. 2371
Corporation:
Date:
2025-01-10
Summary:
A resident of a condominium in Ontario complained about excessive noise from a neighbouring unit. The Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) found that the board had not effectively addressed the resident's complaints, and ordered the board to take steps to resolve the issue.
Under:
Noise, Rules and Regulations, Dispute Resolution
Verdict:
The board was found to have failed in its duty to enforce the condominium's rules regarding noise. This decision underscores the importance of boards taking resident complaints seriously and acting promptly to resolve disputes.
Takeaways:
- Condominium boards have a legal obligation to enforce their rules and regulations, including those related to noise.
- Boards must take prompt and effective action when residents complain about violations of these rules.
- The Condominium Authority Tribunal can intervene if boards fail to fulfill these responsibilities.
Recommendations:
- Condominium boards should ensure they have clear rules regarding noise and other potential nuisances, and must enforce these rules consistently.
- Boards should respond promptly and effectively to resident complaints.
- Boards should consider seeking legal advice or mediation if they're unable to resolve disputes on their own.