
Moloney v. Durham Condominium Corporation No. 124
Corporation:
Date:
2025-04-02
Summary:
This case involves a dispute over the condo owner's request for records from the corporation. The corporation did not provide the records within the time period required by the Condominium Act, leading to the owner filing an application with the Condominium Authority Tribunal.
Under:
Records
Verdict:
The Condominium Authority Tribunal ordered the Condominium Corporation to provide the requested records to the owner and pay a penalty for failing to comply with the Condominium Act. This shows the importance of compliance with the Condominium Act regarding record requests.
Takeaways:
- Condominium Corporations must respond to a record request within 30 days as stated in the Condominium Act.
- Failing to provide these records within the required timeframe can result in a dispute and potential penalties.
- The Condominium Authority Tribunal has the power to order Condominium Corporations to provide the requested records and to pay a penalty for failing to comply.
Recommendations:
- Condo boards and managers should familiarize themselves with the Condominium Act, particularly in regards to record requests.
- They should ensure that they respond to record requests promptly and within the required timeframe to avoid disputes and potential penalties.
- They should consider implementing a system for managing and responding to record requests to ensure compliance with the Act.