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Trivedi v. York Condominium Corporation No. 27
Corporation:
Date:
2024-11-20
Summary:
This case involved a dispute about the applicant's request for condo corporation records, which the respondent refused to provide. The Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) decided in favor of the applicant, ordering the respondent to provide the requested records within 30 days and pay a penalty.
Under:
Records
Verdict:
The respondent was ordered to provide the requested records within 30 days and pay a penalty of $1000. This decision emphasizes the importance of transparency and adherence to the requirements of the Condominium Act, 1998 in maintaining and providing access to condo corporation records.
Takeaways:
- Condominium corporations are required to keep adequate records and make them available to unit owners upon request.
- Failure to provide access to these records can result in penalties levied by the CAT.
- The CAT has the power to order corporations to provide records and impose penalties if they fail to comply.
Recommendations:
- Condominium corporations should ensure they are adequately maintaining records as required by law.
- If a unit owner requests access to these records, corporations should promptly comply to avoid potential disputes and penalties.
- It is advisable for condominium corporations to seek legal advice when uncertain about their obligations under the Condominium Act, 1998 to avoid potential fines and penalties.