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Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No. 2010 v. Johnson

Corporation:

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Date:

2025-01-02

Summary:

This case revolves around a dispute between a condo corporation and a unit owner regarding access to records. The unit owner requested access to certain records of the corporation, which the corporation failed to provide within the stipulated time frame.

Under:

Records

Verdict:

The CAT ordered the condo corporation to provide the requested records to the unit owner. This case highlights the importance of timely compliance with record access requests, as failure to do so can lead to legal implications and penalties.

Takeaways:

- Condo corporations are required by law to provide access to certain records to unit owners upon request.
- Failure to provide access to records within the stipulated time frame can lead to the involvement of the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT).
- CAT has the authority to order the corporation to provide access to the requested records and can impose penalties for non-compliance.

Recommendations: 

- Condo corporations should implement a reliable system for recordkeeping and responding to access requests.
- It's important to provide access to these records within the time frame stipulated by law to avoid potential disputes and legal involvement.
- Education on the Condominium Act and the importance of transparency with unit owners is recommended for condo boards and managers.

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