For purposes below referring to a “house” includes a condo as well. Did you know that CRA will consider you a “Builder” if: 1) You are an individual or corporation; …
In Ontario, Tarion Warranty Corporation (“Tarion”) is responsible for administering the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act R.S.O. 1990, CHAPTER 0.31 (the “Act”) and is remedial, consumer protection legislation that …
Often individuals and companies purchase property together either as a means to secure financing, registered ownership or as a business venture. For various reasons, often financial, one or some of …
The Purpose of Section 50 of the Planning Act Section 50 of the Planning Act aims to control the manner in which land can be divided and used. In view …
Choosing a closing date The closing date can be whenever the parties agree upon, however selecting a closing date on a weekend or statutory holiday will prevent your transaction from being registered …
Zoning Disputes concerning the Smartcentres have been in the spotlight for much of this past year, illustrating the significant hurdles developers face when seeking approval for a large scale, primarily …
Provincial and municipal governments in the past decade have permitted infill residential development because it allows for high density housing along major transportation corridors, thereby encouraging the use of public …
Occupancy permits: For a newly built or renovated dwelling or an extension or addition thereto, it is necessary to find out whether or not the local municipality has issued an …
Condominiums are becoming increasingly important as more people choose to live in condos. In recent years, the condo industry has been booming in Canada with new condo towers being erected each …
A real estate development agreement is an agreement between two parties; a developer or a construction company and the owner of the land. This agreement refers to the construction and …