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Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No. 1498 v. Samimi

Corporation:

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Date:

2024-12-27

Summary:

This case involves a dispute between a condominium corporation and a unit owner regarding access to certain records. The unit owner requested various records from the corporation, some of which were denied, leading to a dispute resolution through the Condominium Authority Tribunal.

Under:

Records

Verdict:

The Tribunal decided that the unit owner was entitled to access certain records, and the Condominium Corporation was ordered to provide them. This decision matters as it confirms that unit owners have a right to certain information and the Condominium Corporation must justify any denial of access to records.

Takeaways:

- The Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) has the power to determine which records a unit owner has the right to access under the Condominium Act.
- The Condominium Corporation must provide valid reasons for denying access to certain records.
- Unit owners have the right to access certain records under the Condominium Act, but there are exceptions, and these exceptions must be justified by the Condominium Corporation.

Recommendations: 

- Condo boards or managers should familiarize themselves with the provisions of the Condominium Act regarding the rights of unit owners to access records.
- They should ensure that they have a valid reason for denying access to any records requested by unit owners.
- The condo board should keep clear and organized records, as they may be required to be produced in case of a dispute.

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