Trevor Morley

Reed Pope has a team that specializes in Strata Law. Although the firm is located in Victoria, it provides legal advice and assistance across all of BC.

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

This is a very good use of your time if you are thinking about purchasing a strata unit!

[VISOA BC @VISOA_BC]

Thinking of buying a condo but have questions about strata living, legislation, bylaws and rules? Register for VISOA workshop: Before You Buy A Condo. Learn about strata living before you buy! https://t.co/7wXzI5ZuYt

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

Stratas can be very complicated in BC. If you are worried about commercial tenants you should look at the safeguards you can put in place #BCStrataLaw #StrataCommunity https://t.co/q7laDpUl8W

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

69% of small claims matters involve self-representation. If you are considering representing yourself it might be worth the time and money to get some tips around effective advocacy #Advocacy https://t.co/QZmblbe4Bg

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

It is important to highlight that Stratas can ban smoking by passing a bylaw. It is also important that those bylaws are drafted so they are enforceable #BCStrata_Law #Bylaws #StrataCommunity

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

Another example of how the courts recognize that strata owners need to do everything possible to govern themselves. It's important for stratas to work with people who can help them navigate this complexity #StrataCommunity #BCStrataLaw https://t.co/bPGl0Dy85N

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

This is the key point for strata owners: Altered common property is still common property and must be maintained and repaired by the strata corporation. #BCStrataLaw #StrataCommunity https://t.co/cAIBtnGCqa

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

@stratashawn It's important that strata bylaws are drafted in a way that allows councils to properly investigate complaints and levy fines. Probably not something a council wants to draft on their own #Bylaws #BCStrata_Law #StrataCommunity

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

Another example of the conflicts that arise when people don't discuss expectations. It's important that everyone know what is acceptable behaviour #StrataCommunity #Landlord
https://t.co/tNWdNdUcqa

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

@CTVNewsVI It will be interesting to see what the findings are about Partnerships BC and other 'partners' who charge very significant fees to #LocalGovernments

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

@CTVNewsVI I think rental units too often implies 'transient' or 'less desirable'. Major cities have significant numbers of rentals. I suspect ultimately it will be a combination of strata units and rentals. #StrataCommunities #Landlords

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

@mec I've never been 'proud' to be a consumer of anything. However, I was touched by the apparent sincerity of this message and I hope that many other organizations (both for profit and not) adopt a similar perspective.

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

@VictoriaNews This is a great result - the authority of local governments to reflect the will of their communities is vital to Canada's Peace, Order and Good Government #POGG

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

@GrantHaddock I can't image someone would be willing to smoke marijuana in their unit if they knew it could result in someone's death...Even medical users have multiple options for consumption

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

@mediatebcsoc Mediation is great but it is important to acknowledge that in most situations an (unsuccessful) mediation will have occurred before a trial so the cost comparison is not as simple as it may appear

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

This is part of the good governance of a #BC_Strata and can avoid potential conflicts with the #Strata_Community. It is important that everyone knows what risks are being taken https://t.co/xeWgScD4nI

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

@AJWVictoriaBC Inflation seems like an unusual index to use because it doesn’t align with the expenses of a landlord - the cost of owning rental properties does not correlate with food or fuel costs. Why isn’t rental rate increases tied to municipal tax rates?

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

A great motivator for #smallbusiness! https://t.co/YXbs9h5179

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

@AJWVictoriaBC At the very end he says serious thought should be given to prohibiting #BC_Strata from not allowing units to be rented. #Strata_Council and #Strata_Communities should not have to also be landlords.

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

Owing $250,000 in strata fees sounds crazy but as a proportion of the total budget is probably not as bad as many owners in #BC_Strata. The real damage from delinquency is to the #Strata_Community https://t.co/KN6wER8VDV via @nypost

[Trevor Morley @StrataLawBC]

A long read but it has some good insights for anyone running a #smallbusiness or building a #Strata_Community https://t.co/06fixXPtG5