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Carleton Condominium Corporation No. 383 v. Laflamme
Corporation:
Date:
2024-09-05
Summary:
This case pertains to a dispute involving a condominium corporation and a unit owner who requested access to certain records of the corporation. The Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) of Ontario ordered the corporation to provide the requested records within 30 days, with some exceptions and conditions.
Under:
Records
Verdict:
The Condominium Authority Tribunal ordered the condominium corporation to provide the requested records to the unit owner, citing the corporation's obligation to provide access to certain records under the Condominium Act. This decision reinforces the transparency and accountability that the Act seeks to promote in condominium corporations.
Takeaways:
- Condominium corporations are obligated to provide certain records to unit owners upon request, including financial statements, insurance certificates, and management contracts.
- There may be exceptions to this obligation, such as when the requested records contain personal information of other individuals.
- Non-compliance with these obligations may result in penalties, including an order to pay the costs of the applicant and the CAT.
Recommendations:
- Condominium boards and managers should familiarize themselves with their obligations under the Condominium Act, particularly with regard to record-keeping and access to records.
- They should maintain an organized and up-to-date record system to facilitate timely responses to requests for access.
- They should also ensure that any refusal to provide access to certain records is legally justified, in order to avoid potential disputes and penalties.