Definition : Inspection before the acceptance of the common portions

Inspection by a professional (architect, engineer, professional technologist) chosen by the syndicate of co-owners, once:

  • The developer has lost control over it;
  • The contractor (developer) sent the notice of completion of the work to each known beneficiary (following this loss of control) and to the syndicate.

This inspection is carried out jointly with the contractor and a representative of the syndicate. It makes it possible to verify the general condition of the common portions for new buildings that are governed by the Regulation respecting the guarantee plan for new residential buildings. This inspection consists of a visual inspection of the building based on a pre-established list of items to be verified (provided by the administrator of the guarantee plan). Its purpose is to identify the work that remains to be completed, and the apparent defects and defects in workmanship that need to be corrected.

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