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04/07/2023

Earthquake insurance, from yesterday to today

No one on earth is now old enough to have experienced the great San Francisco earthquake of 1906, the oldest woman of humanity having been born in 1907. Nevertheless, this great earthquake has marked history, minds and ... insurance....

Assurance

23/04/2024

Inspection of facades taken lightly

Law 122 was adopted in 2013, making facade inspection by an engineer or architect mandatory for certain types of buildings. Despite this, it is surprising to note that many building owners still seem to be unaware of these regulations, or even deliberately neglect them. Why is there still so much hesitation about this inspection which could prevent disasters? In this column, I will explain the importance of inspecting the facades of a building and the reasons given by certain co-owners to avoid having it carried out....

Travaux

11/06/2020

L'huissier de justice et son rôle en copropriété divise

11 juin 2020- L'huissier de justice, en sa qualité d'officier de justice, représente un allié important et efficace pour l’ensemble des  copropriétaires, gestionnaires et syndicats de copropriété.  Son intervention peut être sollicitée pour établir des constats sur diverses situations ou encore pour la perception des charges communes impayées, consolidant ainsi la bonne gestion et l'harmonie au sein des résidences. Les prérogatives de l'huissier de justice, ancrées dans le Code de procédure civile et la Loi sur les huissiers de justice, lui confèrent une autorité légale pour agir avec efficience et justesse, assurant un équilibre indispensable entre les parties concernées. En outre, sa connaissance approfondie des procédures judiciaires font de lui un allié précieux, capable de naviguer à travers les complexités légales pour le bien-être de la communauté....

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09/10/2012

L'inconfort thermique

9 octobre 2012- Beaucoup de gens se plaignent d'inconfort thermique dans les logements de diverses façons....

Travaux

29/06/2021

L’acte de constat d’huissier : une déclaration écrite à valeur ajoutée

29 juin 2021-  Les travaux du Congrès de Varsovie, de l'Union internationale des huissiers de justice et officiers judiciaires, ont révélé des découvertes fascinantes relatives à l'histoire du constat. Ces recherches ont mis en lumière l'existence d'ancêtres de cette pratique remontant au XIVe siècle, avec une mention spéciale du 13 février 1342, identifiée comme la date du premier constat officiel dans l'histoire des anciens parlements. Cette révélation marque le début d'une longue lignée de pratiques diversifiées en matière de constats....

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10/12/2019

L’avis de fin des travaux: une étape cruciale

Cette chronique vous est proposée par Garantie de construction résidentielle 10 décembre 2019 — Garantie de construction résidentielle (GCR) publiera dorénavant des chroniques sur Condolegal.com, afin d’aider les consommateurs à poser les bons gestes lorsqu’ils achètent un condo. Le premier sujet traitera de l’avis de fin des travaux des parties communes. Il s’agit d’une étape extrêmement importante, car elle coïncide avec le démarrage de certains volets propres à la garantie de GCR....

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10/12/2022

The imperative of maintenance in co-ownership

December 10, 2012 - Proper governance of a co-ownsership building starts with diligent and thorough maintenance. Unfortunately, this responsibility is often overlooked by many co-ownership syndicates until the consequences of their procrastination result in exorbitant repair costs. History has shown that delaying necessary maintenance work only worsens and increases expenses exponentially. Neglecting preventive maintenance and regular inspections can lead to catastrophic failures, compromising the safety of residents and the value of their real estate investment....

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06/04/2024

The importance of caulking in co-ownership

Ensuring the longevity of a co-ownership building requires ongoing vigilance, especially when it comes to the maintenance and repair of common areas. These responsibilities, which fall to the board of directors, are crucial for the building's longevity. Among these, caulking holds a preeminent place. This delicate operation is vital for effectively countering recurrent water infiltration problems, thus ensuring the building's waterproofing and preserving its structural integrity. Therefore, rigorous maintenance is indispensable....

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21/11/2022

The importance of long-term vision

November 21, 2022 - The management of a co-ownership requires a long-term vision that not only takes into account immediate needs but also the future implications of maintenance and renovation decisions. A strategic approach involves regularly evaluating the condition of the building and planning necessary interventions before problems become critical. In one of my columns, I highlighted a troubling issue affecting many co-ownerships in Quebec: the lack of maintenance of the real estate heritage. This alarming situation turns some buildings into real threats to the safety of their occupants. It is crucial to reverse this trend of negligence and adopt a proactive maintenance culture....

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09/08/2022

What You Need to Know About Pre-Acceptance Inspections

March 10th 2022 - The pre-acceptance inspection is a critical step in the process of acquiring a new property. A thorough and careful inspection is the best way to protect buyers from any unforeseen issues. In this article, we will tell you everything you need to know about the pre-acceptance inspection of the private portions and common areas of your co-owned property. LITTLE REMINDER : Let us start by reminding you that in the new co-owned property market, the mandatory guarantee plan administered by Garantie de construction résidentielle (GCR) covers buildings held in divided co-ownership that have no more than four private portions stacked one above the other, as well as detached, semi-detached or row-type single-family houses held in co-ownership. “Condo towers” are not covered by the mandatory guarantee plan....

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