In prior blog posts, we reported that the British Columbia government had imposed a 15% transfer tax on residential real estate purchases by foreign nationals in the Greater Vancouver Area, and that this tax had resulted in a notable decrease…
Residential Sales in Vancouver Decline Following Tax on Foreign Buyers
In a previous blog post we reported that effective August 2, 2016 the Province of British Columbia imposed a 15% transfer tax on residential real estate purchases in the Greater Vancouver Area by foreign nationals. Data recently released by the…
Winner from Lash Condo Law Raptor’s Draw
Congratulations to Ruth Wormitt, from Brookfield Condominium Services Ltd. who is our lucky winner for the booth draw for our special seats at the Raptor’s game. Thanks to all who attended our booth at the ACMO/CCI conference this past weekend.…
Federal Ministry of Finance Announces Preventative Measures to Stabilize Housing Market
The Federal Ministry of Finance recently imposed preventative measures to stabilize the housing market and to improve tax fairness. These changes were prompted by concerns that low interest rates and rising home prices have resulted in borrowers assuming high levels…
Update on Implementation of Protecting Condominium Owners Act, 2015 and Condominium Management Services Act, 2015
The Ontario Government has announced the appointment of first directors to serve on the boards of the Condominium Authority of Ontario and the Condominium Management Regulatory Authority of Ontario. These two authorities will be responsible for ensuring that once proclaimed…
Condo Owners Sue Developer Over “Secret” Tunnel
After the discovery of a “secret” tunnel beneath a condominium building, the condo owners are suing the condominium developer, the City of Toronto, Enbridge Gas, the architect and two engineers for damages in the amount of $3 million. The tunnel…
BC Court Imposes $16.8 Million Levy on Condo Owners to Remediate Water Leak Damage
The British Columbia Supreme Court has ordered a Vancouver strata corporation to impose a $16.8 million special levy against the unit owners to pay for repairs necessitated by water leaks in the condominium for over two decades. The Court also…
Owners Sue Condo Association Over Condo Rules Restricting Co-ed Swimming
Several condo owners in New Jersey have commenced a lawsuit against the community association after it instituted rules that restrict mixed-gender swimming in the association’s pool. The majority of the unit owners are Orthodox Jews, whose faith prohibits men and…
Vancouver Tax Targets Vacant Condominiums
The City of Vancouver (the “City”) has proposed implementing a tax on vacant homes in the City starting in 2017. A study commissioned by the City indicates that over 10,000 homes have been empty for more than a year, most…
Directors’ Guide to Smoking in Condos
We’re excited to present our newest brochure, which provides guidance for dealing with smoking in condos. If your condo is having trouble with smoking, consult our guide for expert advice and tips.
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