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Hastings Condominium Corporation No. 4 v. Goyen et al.

Corporation:

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Date:

2024-09-10

Summary:

The case involves a condominium owner who requested records from the corporation but was denied access. The Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) of Ontario found that the corporation had failed to properly respond to the owner's request for records and ordered the corporation to provide the requested records.

Under:

Records, Compliance

Verdict:

The CAT decided in favor of the condo owner and ordered the corporation to provide the requested records. This case underscores the importance of compliance with the Condominium Act, which grants unit owners the right to access certain corporation records.

Takeaways:

- Condominium corporations are required to respond properly to requests for records from unit owners.
- Failure to provide the requested records within a reasonable time can lead to legal disputes and penalties.
- Condominium corporations should have a clear policy and procedure for handling records requests to avoid such disputes.

Recommendations: 

- Condominium corporations should ensure they have a clear and comprehensive policy for dealing with records requests.
- Condominium boards and managers should familiarize themselves with the relevant provisions of the Condominium Act regarding access to records.
- Prompt and proper responses to records requests can prevent unnecessary disputes and potential penalties.

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