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Syndicate’s failure to undertake maintenance work in restricted common portions

The windows of our unit are at the end of their lives, according to a specialist who changed the thermos of a window that don't 2 windows have already cracked. Despite my express request to the syndicate to change our windows, he prefers to wait a few years to change all the windows. We have been losing the enjoyment of one of our main windows for 2 years. Its opening is a danger, because it…...

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Having minor tasks done by a handyman, what are the risks?

For a little over two years now, we have been the proud owners of an apartment in a small co-ownership complex. I also have the honor of serving on the board of directors, allowing me to actively participate in the life and management of our community. At our annual co-ownership' meeting last week, we discussed various important topics, one of which was the maintenance of our common portions. To ensure their proper maintenance while controlling our…...

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Clogged pipes: syndicate or co-owner, who pays?

One of our co-owners complains of a slow flow of wastewater at the toilet, the bath drain and the bathroom sink. Obviously, there is abnormal operation of the drainage system. Questions: How to determine the responsibility to pay for the unclogging of the clogged water column? Is it up to the co-owner or the syndicate of co-owners? Are there elements to consider, for example the place where the blockage occurs or the state of the…...

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Bien utiliser votre fonds de prévoyance

Nous prévoyons de refaire complètement la décoration de notre hall d’entrée. La facture pourrait dépasser 150 000,00$ et nous ne savons pas vraiment si cette dépense relève du budget d’exploitation ou du fonds de prévoyance. Comment faire la distinction exacte entre ces deux sources de financement?...

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How to choose the right contractor?

Our syndicate of co-ownership will soon undertake repair work on the building's garage slab. As a director, we consulted an engineer to prepare a cost estimate. We are now at the stage of initiating the work. Given the significant costs involved, we have questions about choosing the contractor. It is essential for our co-ownership to select a contractor who not only offers a realistic and competitive estimate but also has a solid reputation and verifiable references.…...

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