Condo Law & Strata Corporations Explained with Professor Doug Harris

Reflections on Affordable Housing & Bylaws

Our latest podcast episode dives deep into condominium law and its impact on urban living. Our guest, Professor Doug Harris, gives an unparalleled look into the complexities of owning a condo.

Condos have changed a lot since the 1960s. What started as an affordable housing solution is now the go-to for many city dwellers. This shift affects relationships between landlords and tenants and changes the norms of renting and owning.

Prof. Harris also touches on other types of housing like co-ops and detached parcels. He highlights how each offers different living experiences.

We discuss residential tenancy laws, the Residential Tenancy Board, and strata governance challenges. Harris provides insights into the consumer protections and restrictions that exist for condo owners.

Harris calls for more informed housing policy decisions. He emphasizes the need to understand the social and legal nuances of condo ownership, which have a wider impact on urban living.

The episode also delves into the changing responsibilities of condo owners and the courts. For example, eviction orders for chronic antisocial behavior are now a thing.

In our urbanizing world, understanding condo ownership and governance is even more critical. The episode rounds off by discussing how condos affect city development and urban policy.