Denise Lash was mentioned in the Toronto Star on when it is appropriate to start the eviction process on condo residents who make too much noise, or enact in suspicious behaviour. Click here to read the article.
Pets in Condos: Nuisance Pets in Condominiums – It’s not the Dog’s Fault!
Although condominium ownership allows one to own a portion of a larger piece of property, the unit owner does not have the same freedoms with respect to that property as would be had in the case of a detached, freehold residential…
Conflict Between Condo Declaration and Religious – Part 2
In a previous blog, we looked at a number of cases in the U.S. relating to condominium residents affixing mezuzot on the exterior unit doors. In Canada, there are no reported cases that specifically deal with mezuzot. However, the Supreme…
Conflict Between Condo Declaration and Religious Practices
In the vast majority of instances, it is important for condominium corporations to actively enforce their declarations, by-laws and rules. In fact, section 17(3) of the Condominium Act, 1998 (the “Act”), imposes an obligation on condominium corporations to take all…
Should the board consult the owners before implementing changes ? (Part I)
We are often asked to advise condominium corporations on the extent of owner consultation required before the board can implement a change or proceed with extensive work on the common elements. Do owners need to be consulted, for instance, before…
Class Action Lawsuits Against Condo Developers
Last August we blogged about several incidents of breaking glass on balcony railings in some downtown Toronto condos. As a result of those incidents two class actions have been commenced against the developers and the declarant of the Murano Towers…
Up In Smoke – Marijuana in Condominiums
A recent article in the Toronto Star discussed whether landlords could evict tenants who were growing and/or smoking marijuana for medical purposes in their rental apartments. There are concerns by landlords that growing marijuana increases the risk of mould and mildew…
Tarion Overhaul of Major Structural Defect Procedures
Tarion has introduced significant changes to the major structural defect claims process. These changes will affect all condominium projects where the first arm’s length agreement of purchase and sale was signed after July 1, 2012. All of the changes are…
Do Condominiums Need to Disclose Mediations and Human Rights Complaints in Status Certificates?
We are often asked by clients whether there is an obligation to include ongoing human rights complaints and scheduled mediations in their status certificates. Section 76(1)(h) of the Condominium Act states that the status certificate shall include “a statement of…
Condominium Lockers: Safety Concerns
As the baby boomer population ages and more individuals look to downsize, these individuals need to determine what to do with furnishings and possessions accumulated over the years. While their former four-bedroom home in the suburbs had space suitable for…
"Since 2010, the Fodden Award has been the Clawbies’ top honour for Canadian legal commentary, recognizing a single, outstanding publication. This year, our “best of the best” award goes to…The Lash Condo Law Blog
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