| Builder Bulletins |
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| 49 | Claims Process - Condominium Common Elements
This Bulletin introduces a formal process for making common element warranty claims. It sets a customer service standard with clear timelines to address issues and minimize the time and effort it takes for builders and condo corporations to resolve claims. BB49 applies to condominium projects registered on or after July 1, 2010. (Issued June 2010)
Document Delivery Confirmation Form
First-Year Form
Second-Year Form
Major Structural Defect Form
Common Element Emergency Form
Repair Item Tracking Sheet
Conciliation/Claim Inspection Request Form
Repair Item Tracking Sheet
Performance Audit Deficiencies - Tracking Summary Form
Instructions and Sample Tracking Summary Form
Appointment of Designate for Condominium Corporation
Condominium Common Elements Warranty Guide
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| 48 | POTLS - Delayed Occupancy Warranty
This Bulletin explains how the Delayed Occupancy Warranty applies to most agreements of purchase and sale ("purchase agreements") dated on or after October 1, 2012, for the purpose of a freehold home (POTL) which is tied to a common elements condominium corporation.
Limited Use Freehold Firm Occupancy Date - Addendum
Limited Use Freehold Tentative Occupancy Date - Addendum
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| 47R | Condominium Delayed Occupancy Warranty
This Bulletin explains how the Delayed Closing Occupancy Warranty framework operates for condominiums. The framework is different depending generally on whether sales for a project begin: before July 1, 2008; between July 1, 2008 and October 1, 2012; or after October 1, 2012.
The 2012 revision to the Builder Bulletin 47 introduces two revised Addendum forms that will be applicable, generally speaking, for condominium projects after October 1, 2012.
Condominium Firm Occupancy Date - Addendum
Condiminium Tentative Occupancy Date - Addendum
Condominium Firm Occupancy Date Schematic
Condominium Firm Occupancy Date - Statement of Critical Dates and Addendum - 2008
Condominium Firm Occupancy Date - Statement of Critical Dates and Addendum - 2009 Economic Conditions
Condominium Tentative Occupancy Date Schematic
Condominium Tentative Occupancy Date - Statement of Critical Dates and Addendum - 2008
Condominium Tentative Occupancy Date - Statement of Critical Dates and Addendum - 2009 Economic Conditions
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| 46R | Freehold Delayed Closing Warranty
This Bulletin explains how the Delayed Closing Warranty framework operates. The framework is different depending generally on whether the sale of a freehold home is before July 1, 2008; between July 1, 2008 and October 1, 2012; or after October 1, 2012.
The 2012 revision to the Builder Bulletin 46 introduces two revised Addendum forms that will be applicable, generally speaking, for freehold home sales on or after October 1, 2012
Freehold Firm Closing Date - Addendum
Freehold Tentative Closing Date - Addendum
Freehold Firm Closing Date Schematic
Freehold Firm Closing Date - Statement of Critical Dates and Addendum - 2008
Freehold Firm Closing Date - Statement of Critical Dates and Addendum - 2009 Economic Conditions
Freehold Tentative Closing Date Schematic
Freehold Tentative Closing Date - Statement of Critical Dates and Addendum - 2008
Freehold Tentative Closing Date - Statement of Critical Dates and Addendum - 2009 Economic Conditions
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| 45 | Aggregate Maximum Coverage Amounts for One Year Two Year and Major Structural Defect Warranties
This Bulletin introduces a change to the warranty coverage provided to homeowners under the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act (the “Act”), effective for homes enrolled on or after May 1, 2009.
(Issued March 2009) | x | x | x |
| 44 | Waiver of Indemnity from Builders
Tarion is entitled to recover from builders amounts paid out of the Guarantee Fund in respect of warranted claims made by homeowners. In certain circumstances where a claim has been originally deemed “not warranted” by Tarion but the Licence Appeal Tribunal reverses Tarion’s finding and holds that the item is warranted, the Registrar has the discretion to waive Tarion’s statutory and contractual rights of indemnity against a builder. This Bulletin sets out the guidelines under which Tarion’s Registrar shall exercise his or her discretion in such cases.
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| 43 | Escalating Consequences
This Bulletin provides details of the repercussions for builders who fail to comply with the minimum new Customer Service Standard under the terms of Builder Bulletin 42 (see below). This Bulletin takes effect on October 1, 2004.
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| 42 | Customer Service Standard
This Bulletin was issued in March 2009 and replaces Bulletin 42 (Revised) which was issued in July 2005. It includes information about:
• The Homeowner Information Package
• The Pre-Delivery Inspection
• The Statutory Warranty Claims Process
• Warranty Reviews (Builder-requested conciliations)
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| 41 | Builder Arbitration Forum
Describes the formal appeal system available to builders who disagree with a conciliation decision (effective April 2, 2003).
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| 40R | Construction Performance Guidelines (Revised)
Outlines construction performance standards for the most common work and material claims that the Warranty Program currently receives. The Guidelines are used by Warranty Services Representatives in rendering decisions on items in dispute by builders and consumers (effective December 1, 2003).
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| 39 | Increased Deposit Coverage for Freehold Homes and Financial Loss Coverage for Contract Homes
Announces increase in deposit coverage from up to $20,000.00 to up to $40,000.00 for freehold and contract homes.
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| 38 | Low-Rise Condominium Inspection Program
Outlines the guidelines for complying with the low-rise targeted inspection plan.
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| 37 | Lease to Own Agreements
Describes the conditions when a Lease to Own Agreement is an Agreement of Purchase and Sale, requiring the enrolment of the home or condominium unit.
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| 36R | Rating Criteria For After Sales Service (Revised)
Effective April 2, the Warranty Program is suspending the Builder Ratings program. There are no builder ratings (i.e. 'Excellent') for 2003 and until further notice. As a result, Builder Bulletin 36 is suspended, except for the definitions section. | x | x | x |
| 35 | Registration and Enrolment of Hi-Rise and Low-Rise Condominium Projects
Registration and Enrolment of Hi-Rise and Low-Rise Condominium Projects
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| 34 | New Combined CCP/Warranty Certificate
Explains the combined Certificate of Completion and Possession (CCP) / Warranty Certificate.
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| 33R | Certification of Private Sewage Disposal Systems (Revised December 1, 1999)
Pertains to all builders/vendors who are installing private sewage disposal systems. Learn when septic system certification and security are required.
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| 32 | Cap Liability on Private Sewage Disposal Systems Claims
Revises the limit on a claim made regarding private sewage disposal systems.
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| 31 | Targeted Inspection Program
Outlines the guidelines for complying with the targeted inspection plan. | x | | |
| 30R | Expanded Registration Requirements (Revised)
Contains important information for freehold and low-rise condominium builders and vendors who plan to register with the Warranty Program. Explains the interview and technical test requirements.
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| 28 | Program Requirements For Receipt and Release Of Security
Explains when security is required, how it can be submitted and when it will be released.
(Issued March 2009)
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| 27R | Enrolment/Warranty Fee Structure
This Bulletin replaces Builder Bulletin 27, issued January, 2012. Enrolment fees have been decreased by $150 per home for homes enrolled on or after July 1, 2012.
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| 26 | Registration and Renewal Fees
Advises all builders/vendors on current registration and renewal fees.
(Issued March 2009)
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| 25R | Delayed Closing and Delayed Condominium Occupancy
Explains the rules governing delayed closing and delayed occupany protection; how purchasers must submit delayed closing/occupancy claims and the timelines within which builders must respond to these claims; and applicable administrative fees to help pay for Tarion's cost of processing delayed closing and delayed occupany claims. | x | x | x |
| 24R | Warranty Coverage (Revised)
This Bulletin replaces and supersedes Builder Bulletin 24 (Revised), issued November, 1990. Describes a new, improved, major structural defect warranty, including the corresponding claims process and details of builder accountability. | x | x | x |
| 22 | Floor Area Calculations
Explains the method for uniform calculation of unit floor area.
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| 20 | New Initiatives CANCELLED
Replaced by revised Bulletin 25. For that portion of cancelled Bulletin 20 dealing with "substitutions", please refer to sections 18 and 19 of Regulation 892 under the Ontario New Home Warranties Act. | | | |
| 19R | Condominium Projects: Design and Field Review Reporting
For projects created on or after July 1, 2010 - see "Here's What's Changed" on page 2.
Provides guidance and direction with respect to Field and Design Review Reporting for condominium projects (effective July 1, 2010).
Reporting Forms
To use these forms, please print and fill in before submitting. They will be available in fillable form in July 2011.
Module 1A – Application for FRC Qualification Status
Module 2A – Scope of Work Proposal
• High-rise Projects
• Townhouse Projects
• High-rise/Townhouse combined
Module 3 – Scope of Work - Description of Notional Buildings
Module 3A – Scope of Work - ‘Level of Effort’ Guideline Tables
Module 4A – Design Certificate
Module 4B – 60 Day Report
Module 4C – Milestone Reports
• Deficiency Resolution Tracking Sheet
• Tracking Summary
• Narrative Report
Module 4D
• Field Review Declaration
• Final Report - Notice of Completion | | x | x |
| 19 | Condominium Projects: Design and Field Review Reporting
For projects created on or before June 30, 2010.
Provides guidance and direction with respect to Field and Design Review Reporting for condominium projects (effective July 1, 2001).
Reporting Forms
Module 1A – Application for FRC Qualification Status
Module 2A – Scope of Work Proposal
• High-rise only
• Townhouse only
• Townhouse/High-rise combined
Module 4A – Design Certificate
Module 4B – 60 Day Report
Module 4C – Milestone Reports
• Deficiency Resolution Tracking Sheet
• Tracking Summary
• Tracking Summary - Narrative
Module 4D – Field Review Declaration Notice of Completion | | x | x |
| 14R | Addendum to Agreements of Purchase and Sale
Provides freehold builders/vendors with a sample of the industry addendum, which must be included in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale. Explains to the purchaser the rights for extension of the closing date and other important information.
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| 10 | Conciliation Fees
Explains criteria for chargeable conciliations and cost to the vendor/builder.
(Issued March 2009)
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