If you own property that has the correct zoning then you may be able to create a strata on that property. This has become popular with owners to capitalized on new potential for their property as part of Kelowna’s infill project, and for developers to take advantage of development in desirable areas of Kelowna. In…
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Strata Property Law
Statutory Building Schemes
TagsArticles, Real Estate and Transactions, Strata Property LawWhen Is a Statutory Building Scheme No Longer Enforceable? Unfortunately, the answer to that question is, “it depends”. A statutory building scheme is a document that is registered on title to properties within a subdivision imposing terms that limit what a homeowner can do with his or her property. Statutory building schemes can be very…
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Strata Bylaws – What Is A “Small Dog”?
TagsArticles, Strata Property LawA recent North Vancouver strata owner took the Strata Corporation to the Civil Resolution and won. He now is allowed to keep his golden retriever dog. He successfully argued the bylaw that restricted “small dog” was too vague and therefore is an unenforceable bylaw. The decision can be found here. The facts of the case…
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Strata Corporations Now Able To Collect Full Legal Fees When Collecting on a Strata Lien
TagsArticles, Strata Property LawDoes your Strata have an owner not paying their strata fees? Strata Corporations can now collect full legal fees when collecting on a strata lien. A strata corporation should not have a buildup of arrears from owner(s) as it can be a great burden on many strata corporations when one or more owners are not…
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Owner Sues Strata Corporation for Injuries She Suffered From Paint Fumes
TagsArticles, Strata Property LawAn owner sued the strata corporation and the strata corporations’ property manager alleging she suffered injuries as a result of inhaling toxic paint fumes when a painting company engaged by the strata corporation repainted the common property hallways and stairways in both of the strata buildings: Wingrave v. Pure Painters Inc. ,2018 BCSC 58. The owner’s…
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Are You Considering Purchasing a Unit in a Strata/Condo Building or Complex?
TagsArticles, Real Estate and Transactions, Strata Property LawWhen purchasing any real estate, the onus falls on purchasers to investigate the state and quality of the property they intend to buy. When considering units in apartments, condo buildings, townhouses, and even duplexes, purchasers should ensure they have a subject condition in the Contract of Purchase and Sale allowing them to review and approve…
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A Greener Strata: Electrical Vehicle Charging Stations
TagsArticles, Strata Property LawElectric vehicle (“EV”) charging stations are on the rise. Many strata owners are requesting the installation of charging stations. Recently, we have seen charging stations pop up around the city of Kelowna and throughout the Okanagan. those stations can be found here. An EV car can be charged by just using a regular 120 V…
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Purchasing a Strata Unit in Kelowna
TagsArticles, Strata Property LawAre you considering purchasing a unit in a strata/condo building or complex? When purchasing any form of property, the onus falls on the purchaser to investigate the state and quality of the property they intend to buy. When considering units in apartments, condo buildings, townhouses, and even duplexes, purchasers should ensure they have a…
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Landlord Tenancy Act Changes for 2018
TagsArticles, Strata Property LawAre You A Landlord? These New Tenancy Act Changes Will Affect You On December 11, 2017, new rules which govern the relationship between landlords and tenants came into effect. What are the two key changes you need to be aware of? The ability of a landlord to end a tenancy The ability of a landlord to…
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Marijuana and Strata Corporations- Is Your Strata Ready?
TagsArticles, Strata Property LawIt may be time to update your bylaws and rules. Picture this – you are at home in your condo cooking up a delicious dinner for your conservative parents who are set to arrive shortly. Suddenly you smell the distinct aroma of cannabis wafting through the open windows from the condo next door. What…
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