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Changes and Alterations

No owner can make any structural change in or to his unit or make any change to an installation on the common elements or paint, stain, decorate or alter or repair any part of the common elements (outside) without the prior written consent of the Board. The value of each condominium unit is based not only on the condition of that particular unit but also on the condition of the condominium as a whole. All owners and residents of Salter Square share the responsibility of maximizing our investment by ensuring that changes to the units or common elements are made safely and that the appearance of our property reflects care, attention and visual harmony.

Requests for Board approval must be submitted in writing to the Property Manager by e-mail, scan/fax or may be dropped off at the pool house mailbox. Proposals must supply sufficient information for the Board to assess whether the changes meet all of the applicable codes and regulations.

The Standard Unit Bylaw outlines the standard construction for your unit. The unit owner (past, present and future) is fully responsible for any damages that result from any modifications or additions made to the common elements or units by an owner or occupant. In other words, if changes to the standard unit were made prior to your purchase of the unit, you are responsible for upkeep and/or repairs.

All future maintenance, general repair and replacement of any modifications or additions made to the common elements or units (with or without prior Board approval) by an owner or occupant are the sole responsibility of the unit owner or occupant, present and future. For example, in the event of a fire, the Corporation is responsible for restoring the unit to the conditions in the Standard Unit Bylaw only.

In order to permit the Corporation to complete repairs to the common elements, the unit owner must remove any addition hindering the work and the owner will be responsible for restoring the area. Otherwise, the Corporation will bill the owner directly for costs incurred by the Corporation to correct these situations.
Fireplaces
Please contact the Property Manager for full details.
  • Owners are permitted to build fireplaces and chimneys within their unit and through the roof, provided that they abide by the following conditions:?
  • Owners must submit a written request and await written approval from the Board of Directors before installing a fireplace and chimney. The request must include a diagram showing the location of the fireplace and must provide the name of the contractor who will perform the installation and provide the Board with a copy of the guarantee on the work performed;
  • The owners must obtain the consent of and comply with all relevant municipal authorities for the construction of the fireplace;
  • Owners are responsible for maintaining and cleaning the chimney and fireplace;
  • To ensure safe operation, the owner must have an annual inspection of the fireplace and chimney by a qualified contractor. A copy of this inspection report must be submitted to the Corporation. The owner must permit a representative of the Corporation to inspect the fireplace and the chimney from time to time; and
  •  If the fireplace and chimney are deemed to be a fire hazard, or the Board of Directors deems that the fireplace and chimney need to be removed, the owner must remove the fireplace and chimney and restore the common elements, or provide the Corporation with payment of all costs to do so.
Gas appliances
  • Owners must submit a written request and await approval from the Board of Directors before installing any gas appliance. An application for the installation of gas to a unit or for gas appliances must be accompanied by a sketch showing the location of the meter, each fresh air intake and gas vent on the outside walls. Meter and vent placement will be in the exclusive-use area unless other arrangements have been approved by the Board. Cold air intakes may be installed through exterior walls into common areas. No gas lines may be installed on the exterior of the unit.
Communication Equipment
  • No television antenna, aerial, tower, communication antenna or similar structure may be fastened to any unit or any portion of the common elements, except by the Corporation in connection with a common television cable system, and no cable may be strung on the exterior of any unit, except as installed by your cable provider.
  • Owners must submit a written request and await approval from the Board of Directors to install satellite dishes in their unit's exclusive-use area. The satellite dish installation must meet all conditions as defined by CCC#77 policy, i.e. the dish may not be attached to any part of the unit and it may not be visible above the fence line. We suggest that you verify reception will be possible from the approved installation location, as many units cannot receive a satisfactory signal.
Air Conditioners
  • Window air conditioners must be of high quality to minimize noise disturbance to neighbours. Clear Plexiglas or glass must be used for installation of window air conditioners. Plywood and other materials will not be allowed. Installation must be done so that there is no damage to the exterior of the unit, e.g. supports and brackets must not be screwed or nailed into the exterior siding or the window frames. If there is damage to the sills, the warranty on the windows will be nullified and the owner will bear responsibility for future repairs. Window air conditioners may be installed after April 1st and must be removed before November 1st.
  • Owners must submit a written request and await approval from the Board of Directors before installing a central air conditioner. The request must contain the type, make, model, size and noise rating of the air conditioner and a drawing indicating the location of any exterior equipment. Any exterior equipment must be located in your exclusive-use area.
  • Storm/Screen Doors: Front storm doors are the responsibility of the Corporation. The type and appearance are to be acceptable to the Board. Storm doors in the rear or side yards are an owner responsibility. Screen repairs and hardware are an owner responsibility.
Eavestroughing
  • Eavestroughing may only be installed by a professional installer chosen by the Board; the colour and material must meet the specifications set by the Board. All costs of installation, repair and maintenance are the owner’s responsibility. The Corporation will arrange an annual cleaning of the eavestroughing, at the Corporation’s expense.
Landscaping and Gardens
  • Owners who wish to enhance the areas around their homes by planting gardens are encouraged to do so, subject to the following conditions:
  • Trees or large shrubs may not be planted without the approval of the Board (written request). The proposal must contain the type of tree, the expected mature size and a diagram indicating where the shrub or tree will be planted. The placement of the tree or shrub must leave sufficient distance from the unit to allow for future root and branch growth and to permit exterior unit maintenance. Certain trees such as willows and poplars will not be permitted.
  • Flowers, ornamental and evergreen shrubs may be planted in your exclusive-use area. Shrubs and evergreens must meet the distance from the unit criteria above and must, in general, be kept pruned to a height not exceeding the height of the fences and must not encroach on your neighbour’s exclusive-use area. Perennial and other climbing ivy may not be planted anywhere where they climb on or attach to any exterior part of the building, e.g. the brick work, siding or windows.?
  • Hanging pots may be installed, e.g. on fences; however, any damage caused to the common elements will be the responsibility of the owner. Owners are encouraged to keep such pots to a size and weight that will not affect the structural integrity of the fence. Hanging pots must be removed in the fall.
  • Flowers, ornamental shrubs and evergreens may be planted in common areas immediately outside your unit but must not extend more than 1 metre out from the foundation or fence without the prior written consent of the Board. In addition, any framing such as flower boxes and rock gardens must also have prior approval of the Board. Shrubs and evergreens must be slow-growing varieties and must be kept pruned to a height not exceeding the height of the fences and to a width that allows for at least a half metre between the shrub and the common area sidewalk.
  • In the event that gardens are abandoned, poorly cared for or are suffering from disease or pest problems, the Corporation reserves the right to return the garden areas to their original state at the expense of the owner.
  • Any planting in common areas other than immediately outside your unit is not allowed without the prior written consent of the Board.
  • Owners must submit a written request and await approval from the Board of Directors to plant or remove hedges.
Decks, Fences, Gates and Garden Sheds
  • Garden sheds are allowed within each owner’s exclusive-use area. owners must submit a written request and await approval from the Board of Directors. The written request must show the complete dimensions of the proposed shed and the location of the shed with respect to the unit and the fence lines of the exclusive-use area. Please note that all garden sheds must be kept in an acceptable condition and must be located to allow for exterior unit maintenance. Sheds must not rest against existing fences, and the owner must provide appropriate drainage away from the foundations.
  • Owners must submit a written request and await approval from the Board of Directors to erect additional fences or gates.
  • Owners must submit a written request and await approval from the Board of Directors to add or change decks, porches and patios.
  • Painting or staining common elements, e.g. fences, window frames, doors, etc. is strictly prohibited.
Interior Renovations
  • Changes to the outside or inside of any unit that may affect load-bearing walls or the electrical, heating or plumbing systems or anything else that may have an impact on the safety, structure or any insurance submitted by the Board on behalf of the Corporation must have the prior approval of the Board.
  • Any basement renovations must not permanently cover the floor drains or sewer drain pipe.
Sealing of Driveways
  • Owners must submit a written request and await approval from the Board of Directors to coat their driveways with an asphalt sealer that meets Board requirements. If the owner's driveway adjoins his/her neighbour’s, both driveways must be done at the same time and with the consent of both owners. The owners will be responsible for unsatisfactory results or any damage caused.