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13/01/2025
When it comes to preventing water damage in condominiums, the choice of system is essential, but it is equally crucial to ensure that it is installed and configured correctly. Improper installation, even with the best product on the market, can significantly reduce the effectiveness of the system, exposing the building to unnecessary risks....
10/01/2025
Wood fireplaces, appreciated for their charm and conviviality, are now raising major concerns in co-ownership buildings. Due to public health, environmental protection and safety issues, these installations must now comply with strict standards, such as those established by the Construction code. In addition, municipal regulations, particularly in Montreal, impose significant restrictions on their use and sometimes require costly compliance work. This article examines the challenges associated with these installations and proposes solutions to ensure compliance while preserving the safety of occupants....
10/01/2025
You have just purchased your new condo, and for some time now, you’ve been hearing noise that prevents you from peacefully enjoying your unit, or even completely disrupts your sleep. You ask your neighbors, and they are facing the same issue. Noise can cause stress, frustration, fatigue, and even lead to illness. This problem impacts your quality of life and could eventually compromise your psychological and physical well-being. It is crucial to act quickly to preserve peace and harmony within your co-ownership. What steps can you take to address this issue and restore tranquility?...
05/01/2025
The co-ownership register is not merely an administrative tool; it is the heartbeat of property management. Beyond recording the names and addresses of co-owners, it must also include detailed information about tenants and other occupants. This data is essential for efficiently managing interactions with all residents and ensuring effective communication, especially during emergencies or significant events like repairs or inspections. It becomes a comprehensive coordination and prevention tool, indispensable to the smooth functioning of the co-ownership....
29/12/2024
Living in a co-ownership involves striking a balance between enjoying one's unit and respecting the neighborhood. But what happens when this balance is disrupted by excessive and persistent behavior? A landmark judgment sheds light on the legal consequences of disproportionate intolerance in a co-ownership setting. This case highlights how crucial it is to respect the rights of other co-owners to maintain collective harmony. Courts can intervene decisively to address abuse and restore balance within the community....
09/12/2024
Water damage is one of the most frequent and costly losses in co-ownership. However, many damages can be avoided thanks to preventive solutions. Their implementation is based on collaboration between the board of directors, managers and co-owners. Together, they can adopt effective strategies to reduce risks and protect buildings....
29/10/2024
Many websites today promote residential housing exchanges between owners, offering an attractive solution to maximize the use of one's property. Whether you are considering a reciprocal exchange with another owner or an exchange based on "hospitality points"—referred to as "GuestPoints" on some online platforms—it is essential to consider several legal aspects. Exchanging a residential property within a reciprocal framework is generally not considered a commercial activity, as long as certain rules are respected. Naturally, it all depends on the terms outlined in the declaration of co-ownership. However, a distinction must be made between the two most common types of exchanges, as their legal implications may differ. These options are detailed below...
01/10/2024
Recently, I was confronted with a situation that raises important questions regarding insurance in divided co-ownership. After a loss caused by torrential rains, a co-owner refused to allow the contractor designated by the insurer to intervene in their private portion, preferring to hire their own contractor. This case led me to reflect on several issues: Can the co-owner refuse the contractor proposed by the insurer or the syndicate of co-owners? What are the possible alternatives to ensure that the work is carried out properly and on time? What are the rights and obligations of the syndicate of co-owners in such a situation? These questions directly touch on the legal obligations and practices to be respected when carrying out repair work in co-ownership, and deserve to be explored in depth to fully understand everyone's rights and responsibilities....
10/09/2024
Managing a co-ownership involves many responsibilities, among which loss prevention is essential. Among the risks most feared by directors, co-owners, managers and insurers, water damage occupies a prominent place. Indeed, a water leak, if not detected in time, can cause considerable damage, both material and financial. In addition to repair costs, water damage can lead to interruptions in the daily lives of residents, disputes between the syndicate and the offending co-owners and a deterioration in the quality of life within the building. For these reasons, it is essential to implement effective preventive measures, among which early detection plays a key role....
30/08/2024
Compulsive hoarding disorder, also known as syllogomania or hoarding disorder, is characterized, according to a reference book published by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), by an individual’s persistent difficulty in discarding or parting with their possessions, regardless of their actual value, due to an intense need to save them and the distress associated with the idea of discarding them. People suffering from this disorder may accumulate all sorts of items, ranging from common household objects to trash....