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Damage That Will Make Your Condo Board Wish They Inspected More Often – Part II
In this two-part series we look at critical exterior condo inspections that help avoid costly damage and replacements. In Part I we focused on energy inefficiency and water damage. Here we look at inspections that reveal issues that can interfere with a resident’s enjoyment of the property, as well as curb appeal, condo value, and…
Read MoreExterior Damage That Will Make Your Condo Board Wish They Inspected More Often – Part I
Discovering exterior and hidden damage in the early stages is a crucial step in effective preventative maintenance plans. In fact, once your board faces the costs of avoidable deeper damage, you’ll wish you had inspected more often. In this two-part series we look at the typical inspections you should perform at least annually to mitigate…
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Condo Board for Toronto’s 2040 Net Zero Deadline
Toronto’s 2040 Net Zero deadline calls for retrofit strategies that go beyond traditional cost- benefit calculations. Here we look at how to prepare for the deadline by making smarter retrofit choices that help set the groundwork for sustainability. Consider Larger Retrofits Your board needs to focus on larger scale retrofits. Before undertaking any one project,…
Read MoreThe Top Lessons Condo Boards Learned in 2023
Every year your condo community and its management learn from mistakes and triumphs that help inform your decisions in the new year. Here we look at the top lessons condo boards learned in 2023 to provide valuable insights that make your board wiser and stronger. Forensics Help Avoid Future Mistakes Forensics has become a popular…
Read MoreHow Condo Board Management of “Nuisance Alarms” Saves Money
Nuisance alarms are not just inconvenient. They can have long lasting repercussions that can lead not only to lost money, but also lost lives. Here’s how management of nuisance alarms can save money while helping to keep your community safe. The Impact of Nuisance Alarms False fire alarms or “nuisance alarms” in condominiums impact your…
Read MoreWhy Your Condo Board Must Include Residents In Fire Safety Plans
High-rise buildings in Ontario require fire safety plans under section 2.8 of the Ontario Fire Code. As a critical part of building safety, everyone who lives and works in the building must understand how the plan works and their role when a fire alarm goes off. Here we look at why your condo board must…
Read MoreHow to Keep Your Condo Parking Scalable for Increasing EV Demand – Part 2
In Part 1 of our series, we reviewed the importance of understanding your capacity, establishing an advisory committee, and creating an EV policy. Here we look at government funding, responsibility for initiating the installation, and details related to charges and charging station ownership. Investigate ZEVIP Look into the possibility of covering costs through the Zero…
Read MoreHow to Keep Your Condo Parking Scalable for Increasing EV Demand – Part 1
The Government of Canada’s new regulations have targeted 2026 for one-fifth of all passenger cars, SUVs, and light trucks sold in Canada to run on electricity. By 2030, this increases to 60% of all sales, and by 2035 to 100%. In this two-part series we explain how to keep your condo parking scalable to meet…
Read MoreSpotlight On Condo Window Replacement With Useful Tips For Success
The windows of your condo property impact the building’s aesthetics, energy efficiency, and water/air tightness. When your condo board embarks on a window replacement project, addressing these factors is critical. Here, we spotlight condo window replacements with tips for success. Timing for Condo Window Replacement A general rule of thumb is that windows require replacement…
Read MoreEvery Condo Board’s Guide to Ontario’s Complicated Building Permit Process
Your condo board has a tough enough learning curve without trying to understand the complicated building permit process. To help make things easier, we’ve broken down the most critical building restoration administrative steps so you can cruise through the process from application to approval. Identify Your Zoning Your condo’s building zoning is crucial as it…
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