Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos Look to the Land Title documents published on the Strata Plan Common Sheet and General Index to determine voting entitlement Published Oct 05, 2023 • Last updated 29 minutes ago • 2 minute read Tony Gioventu explains the ins and outs of strata corporation voting. Photo by Getty Images Reviews and […]
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Condo Smarts: Can strata prohibit installation of EV charging stations?
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos “I have offered to pay for all costs, including an ongoing premium for electricity.” Published Sep 28, 2023 • Last updated 36 minutes ago • 2 minute read The Bill 22 legislation requires that a strata corporation cannot unreasonably refuse the installation of a charging station. Photo by Getty Images Reviews […]
Condo Smarts: Long-term planning is essential for a strata corporation
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos “Our 14-floor building in Burnaby is experiencing chronic failures with its hot water system.” Published Sep 21, 2023 • Last updated 41 minutes ago • 2 minute read Annual budgets may be amended at your AGM before they are approved. Photo by Getty Images Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products […]
Condo Smarts: Bylaws must set conditions for insurance deductibles
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos Strata corporations are advised to define the conditions or obligations Published Sep 14, 2023 • Last updated 5 days ago • 2 minute read Tony Gioventu explains the ins and outs of building damage bylaws in a strata corporation. Photo by Getty Images Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are […]
Condo Smarts: Barbecue use can pose health and safety risks
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos Many strata corporations have prohibited outdoor cooking to ensure no one is affected by odours, smoke and risk of fire Published Sep 07, 2023 • Last updated Sep 07, 2023 • 2 minute read “While we all love a good barbecue, cooking outdoors in multi-family settings creates safety, health, and […]
Condo Smarts: A well-crafted alteration agreement is essential
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos Take action in advance to help mitigate future costs and risks Published Aug 31, 2023 • Last updated Aug 31, 2023 • 2 minute read Until minor amendments to strata legislation happen that enable alteration agreements to be tied to the strata lots, it’s important to take all necessary measures […]
Condo Smarts: Could our strata fees be too high?
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos Is there a place we can find a reasonable estimate of fees? Published Aug 24, 2023 • Last updated Aug 24, 2023 • 2 minute read Low strata fees never produce positive results, warns Tony Gioventu. Photo by Getty Images/iStockphoto Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. […]
Condo Smarts: How do we know if our strata is properly insured?
Breadcrumb Trail Links Homes Condos Always consult directly with a broker to confirm you are properly identified and insured, says Tony Gioventu Published Aug 17, 2023 • Last updated Aug 17, 2023 • 2 minute read Tony Gioventu explains the ins and outs of strata bylaws and regulations. Photo by Getty Images /PNG Reviews and […]