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Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No. 2174 v. Mirza et al.

Corporation:

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Date:

2024-09-13

Summary:

This case revolves around a dispute between a condominium resident and the condominium corporation regarding noise complaints. The resident alleges that the corporation failed to take steps to address the noise disturbances caused by another resident.

Under:

Noise, Rules and Regulations, Dispute Resolution

Verdict:

The CAT ordered that the condominium corporation must enforce its rules and regulations pertaining to noise disturbances. This case highlights the importance of effective dispute resolution mechanisms and the need for condominium corporations to address resident complaints promptly and effectively.

Takeaways:

- Condominium corporations have a responsibility to enforce their own rules and regulations, including those pertaining to noise control.
- Resolution processes such as mediation can be effective tools in resolving disputes between residents and condominium corporations.
- Failure to effectively address resident complaints can lead to legal action against the condominium corporation.

Recommendations: 

- Condominium boards or managers should ensure they have effective procedures in place to handle resident complaints, specifically those related to noise disturbances.
- Boards should also consider engaging in mediation or other resolution processes to resolve disputes without resorting to legal action.
- They should also ensure that they are actively enforcing their own rules and regulations, and taking necessary steps to address any breaches.

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