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A practical guide for Ontario condo boards on pet restrictions in the declaration, by-laws and rules, Human Rights Code accommodations for service animals, and Condominium Authority Tribunal disputes.
A practical guide for Ontario condo boards on owner EV charger applications under O. Reg. 48/01: the 60-day response, refusal grounds, the 90-day agreement, costs and disputes.
A practical guide for Ontario condo boards on what board meeting minutes should record, how conflicts and closed sessions are handled, how long minutes must be kept, and how to respond when an owner asks to see them.
A practical guide for Toronto condo boards on which disputes belong at the Condominium Authority Tribunal, when section 132 mediation and arbitration applies, when court is the right forum, and what changes in 2026 and 2027.
When a flood destroyed a unit owner's bathroom, insurance companies fought over responsibility because the building lacked a Standard Unit Definition. This case study shows how property management resolved the dispute and created a bylaw to prevent future conflicts.
When a Toronto high-rise faced an unexpected elevator breakdown requiring full modernization, Brilliant Property Management worked with engineers to develop an innovative $40,000 overlay solution that delayed the $500,000 replacement for over 10 years, allowing the corporation to properly fund the project through reserve fund planning.
When a Toronto condominium corporation faced financial collapse after spending $4 million on a garage renovation with only $1 million in reserves, Brilliant Property Management stepped in to orchestrate a complete financial rebound. Through strategic reserve fund studies, aggressive cost-cutting, and phased project management, the building avoided costly loans and maintained property values.
A Toronto condominium faced years of costly litigation over a shared agreement dispute with a commercial property, spending over $100,000 in legal fees with no resolution. Through direct negotiation and alternative dispute resolution, the property management team saved tens of thousands annually while collecting outstanding fees and restoring relationships.
A Toronto condominium board discovered potential bid rigging when fan coil replacement bids came in 40% higher than market rates. Through proper due diligence and a transparent bidding process, the board saved over $230,000 while ensuring quality workmanship.