Condominium Law

Our Approach

Condominium living comes with unique legal and governance challenges. Our firm provides practical, strategic legal advice to condominium corporations, boards of directors, property managers, and unit owners across Ontario. We understand the Condominium Act, 1998, related regulations, and the real-world pressures facing condominium communities.

Whether you are managing day-to-day operations or navigating a complex dispute, we offer timely, solutions-focused guidance tailored to your condominium’s needs.

Services for Condominium Corporations and Boards

We regularly advise condominium corporations and their boards on a wide range of governance, operational, and compliance matters, including:

  • Interpretation and application of the Condominium Act, 1998 and regulations
  • Governance issues and board decision-making
  • Preparation, review, and amendment of declarations, by-laws, and rules
  • Owner compliance and enforcement matters
  • Meeting procedures, elections, and record-keeping requirements
  • Advice on contracts with property managers, service providers, and contractors
  • Human rights and accommodation issues
  • Risk management and liability concerns

Our approach is practical and collaborative, helping boards make informed decisions while minimizing legal risk.

Dispute Resolution and Litigation

Condominium disputes can be complex and disruptive. We assist clients in resolving disputes efficiently, whether through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, proceedings before the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT), or litigation when necessary.

We have experience with:

  • Owner compliance and enforcement proceedings
  • Records disputes
  • Common element and maintenance issues
  • Chargebacks and cost recovery
  • Construction and deficiency disputes
  • Neighbour and nuisance claims

Our goal is always to resolve disputes in a way that protects the condominium community and supports long-term stability.

Advice for Unit Owners

We also advise individual unit owners on their rights and obligations under Ontario condominium law, including:

  • Compliance and enforcement issues
  • Records requests
  • Disputes with the condominium corporation or board
  • CAT proceedings
  • Interpretation of governing documents

We provide clear, candid advice so owners can understand their options and make informed decisions.

Practical, Ontario-Focused Advice

Condominium law in Ontario is constantly evolving. Our team stays current with legislative changes, case law, and CAT decisions to ensure our clients receive accurate, up-to-date advice.

Whether you need ongoing legal support or assistance with a specific issue, we are committed to providing responsive service and practical solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

We represent condominium corporations, boards of directors, property managers, and unit owners in Ontario, subject to applicable conflict-of-interest rules.

The Condominium Authority Tribunal is an online dispute resolution body in Ontario that handles specific condominium disputes, including records, compliance, nuisance, and certain common element issues.

A lawyer is not required for CAT proceedings, but legal advice can be helpful for complex disputes, strategic guidance, and preparing effective submissions.

CAT handles disputes related to records, owner compliance, nuisance, pets, vehicles, parking, and other prescribed issues under Ontario regulations.

Disputes outside CAT’s jurisdiction, such as complex construction claims or oppression matters, are typically resolved through mediation, arbitration, or court proceedings.

Yes. Condominium corporations can enforce their declaration, by-laws, and rules, provided they are reasonable and properly enacted.

Unit owners are entitled to access many condominium records under the Condominium Act, 1998, subject to statutory exemptions and response timelines.

Responsibility depends on the condominium’s declaration and whether the issue involves a unit or common elements.

A condominium corporation may charge back certain costs to an owner where permitted by the governing documents and the Condominium Act, 1998.

Directors are generally protected from personal liability when acting honestly, in good faith, and in the best interests of the corporation.

Boards should consider legal advice when dealing with enforcement issues, disputes, records requests, governance concerns, or before matters escalate.

Yes, we act for both, provided there is no conflict of interest in the specific matter.

“I reached out to Heather Austin-Skaret and her team to help me navigate a difficult Estate. I have to say dealing with Heather and her team was great in a difficult time. She was able to answer all my questions and point me in the right direction on all aspects of the Estate, sale of home, etc.  I would definitely recommend Mann Lawyers.” – S. H., Client

Connect with our Team

Offices in Ottawa and Perth     (613) 722-1500

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