
McNulty v. Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No. 1553
Corporation:
Date:
2024-08-14
Summary:
In the case, an owner requested records from his condominium corporation, which they failed to provide. The owner then took the matter to the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) and was ultimately successful in his request for the records.
Under:
Records
Verdict:
The CAT found in favor of the owner, ruling that the condominium corporation was in breach of the Condominium Act by not providing the requested records. This case underscores the importance of condominium corporations adhering to their obligations under the Act, particularly in relation to the provision of records.
Takeaways:
- Condominium corporations are obliged to provide owners with the records they request.
- Failure to comply with a request for records can lead to a case being brought to the Condominium Authority Tribunal.
- The Tribunal can order the condominium corporation to provide the requested records, with possible costs awarded to the requesting owner.
Recommendations:
- Condominium boards or managers should promptly comply with owners' requests for records to avoid potential legal disputes.
- Boards should understand their legal obligations under the Condominium Act and ensure they are meeting these obligations.
- In case of any doubt about their obligations, condo boards or managers should seek legal advice to ensure compliance with the Act.