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Metropolitan Toronto Condominium Corporation No. 838 v. 2353051 Ontario Ltd. et al.
Corporation:
Date:
2024-08-01
Summary:
This case is about a dispute between a condominium owner and the condominium corporation over records requests. The owner requested various records from the corporation, but the corporation failed to respond in accordance with the requirements of the Condominium Act.
Under:
Records, Governance, Communication
Verdict:
The Tribunal ordered the corporation to provide the requested records to the owner and to pay the owner's costs. The case illustrates the importance of condominium corporations complying with the Condominium Act and maintaining clear communication with owners.
Takeaways:
- Condominium corporations must respond to records requests in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Condominium Act.
- Failure to respond appropriately to records requests can result in the Condominium Authority Tribunal ordering the corporation to comply and may result in costs being awarded against the corporation.
- Communication between condominium corporations and owners is crucial in resolving disputes and avoiding escalation to the Tribunal.
Recommendations:
- Condominium corporations should ensure they have a clear understanding of their obligations under the Condominium Act, particularly with regard to responding to records requests.
- Regular and clear communication with owners can help resolve disputes before they escalate to the Tribunal.
- Condominium corporations should ensure they have proper procedures in place for responding to records requests in order to avoid penalties and costs.