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The presence of a swimming pool in a divided co-ownership is a significant attraction for the building's occupants, transforming common portions into a haven of relaxation and comfort. This facility allows residents to enjoy swimming pleasures without leaving the comfort of their home. Effective management and proper use of this common space are crucial for optimizing the well-being of the co-owners and occupants of the building. Additionally, it is important to be familiar with the…...
Distinguishing between the function of the co-ownership manager (gérant) and the condo manager (gestionnaire) is not an easy task; most participants who work in the field of a co-ownership struggle with this issue. The co-ownership manager has decision-making powers regarding the management of the co-ownership whereas the condo manager acts as an advisor and is the one who implements the decisions made by the board of directors. ...
The desire to preserve the safety of people and property can lead both syndicates and co-owners to consider the installation of surveillance cameras in the immovable. For many, when a co-ownership faces repeated acts of vandalism or burglary, video surveillance seems like the only solution especially as the low cost of installations and technology evolution make it easier to access. However, the legality question of surveillance camera installations raises several issues and debates in co-ownerships. It should be noted that surveillance cameras are used…...
Preparing a forecast annual budget is an unavoidable task in a co-ownership; its preparation, preliminary examination and adoption will ensure the proper functioning of the syndicate of co-owners. It is up to the board of directors to define the terms of the forecast annual budget based on the expenses that will have to be paid to allow the syndicate to respect its obligations; the budget also makes it possible to fix the amount of the contributions of each co-owner related to the…...
The facades of an immovable not only ensure its sealing, they also have their own identity; in addition to regulating climate conditions and improving the comfort of the occupants, they are vectors of style and therefore, should work be undertaken to repair or replace them, it is essential to ensure their structural, architectural and heritage integrity and so, whether it concerns a stand alone immovable, a co-ownership by phases or townhouses. Furthermore, some facades are subject to the Building Chapter of the Safety…...
People hired by a syndicate of co-owners have rights; it's best to be aware of them and to understand the implications. The management of personnel within a co-ownership is of the responsibility of the board of directors and so, whether it concerns the janitor, the security guard or any other employee of the immovable; he is in charge of the hiring and the laying off but also of the training and he must ensure that the work done by the employees corresponds to…...
Responsible of ensuring a good management, the condo manager plays a key role in a co-ownership; his function generally falls under the authority of the board of directors. Similarly to the directors, the function of the condo manager aligns with the preservation of the immovable for which he is responsible; his objective is to ease the directors' tasks and not to replace them and so, in order for them to better exercise their decision-making powers. Truly the orchestra conductor of the co-ownership, the condo manager…...
Electric vehicles (EV) are increasingly seen as one of the transport methods to reduce the impact of car traffic on the climate. With the effort to be made to substantially reduce Quebec's greenhouse gas emissions and to contain the increase in temperatures by the end of the century, the sale of EV has become a must. In Quebec, in 2030, the number of EV is expected to increase to 1.5 million, representing 30% of the Quebec…...
Selecting the services of a good condo manager requires a thorough and thoughtful process; it is up to the board of directors to decide whether they prefer a small or large co-ownership management company, this choice needing to consider not only the size and specific features of the immovable but also the importance of choosing a manager who stands out for their honesty, their skills and their availability as well as having am unwavering commitment to the co-ownership. Finding the…...
A co-ownership is exposed to a variety of risks such as fires, water damages, theft and vandalism acts; among these risks, one that is often overlooked is fraud. The people able to commit fraudulent acts pass sometimes as unsuspected; it may be the case of the director, the co-owner, the condo manager, the service providers and third party members. Given these risks, it is imperative to implement control measures and financial vigilance to detect and prevent any attempt at fraud within the co-ownership. ...
