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The 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…
Read MoreDoes Your Condo Board Know About Following Proper Tendering Process?
Finding the right contractor for your condo corporation’s renovation projects is not an easy task. In fact, your condo board must remain compliant and follow a specific condo tendering process. Here, we look at the most critical steps to ensure you know how to follow the proper procedure. Review Your Condo Corporation’s Tendering Process Your…
Read More5 Eye-opening Ways to Modernize Tired Old Condo Buildings
Condo buildings start to lose appeal and value the moment they look tired and old. However, your condo board can modernize your building to revitalize curb appeal and create a more inviting, upscale lobby. Here are five eye-opening ways to modernize your condo building to maintain value, improve owner satisfaction, and boost energy efficiency. Update…
Read MoreMoney-Saving Building Restoration Tips Every Condo Board Should Know
Exterior building restoration is a capital project requiring careful budgeting. However, where many condo boards go wrong is sacrificing quality to save money. As a result, they face additional costs in material repairs and replacements down the road. Here, we share practical money-saving building restoration tips that save money in the short and long term. …
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