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Important Information for Strata Councils & Homeowners

Mold Remediation and Bio Hazard Removal

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Did you know... under BC’s Strata Property Act:

s. 72(1) – Strata must repair and maintain common property (attics, insulation, ventilation).
Note: Responsibility may vary based on your strata’s registered by-laws and plan

s. 98(3) – Council can spend immediately on health & safety issues without waiting for an owner vote (requires a majority vote of council and is subject to your strata’s bylaws)

s. 108 – A special levy may be needed, but work doesn’t wait in emergencies.

s. 171–173 – Owners can request the Civil Resolution Tribunal (CRT) to help resolve the issue if repairs are not addressed

Did you know... Certified Contractors must follow IICRC Standards?

Mold Remediation (S520): porous materials like insulation must be removed; work areas sealed with containment + HEPA filtration; moisture sources must be corrected.

Biohazard Cleanup (S540): covers rodent droppings/urine; workers wear protective gear; biohazard waste is safely removed, disinfected, and replaced.

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Strata Councils should hire certified contractors and must comply with WorkSafeBC (OHS - Hazardous Material regulations) and IICRC Standards

Owners must allow access to their units when common property is involved.

The strata may be held responsible if remediation is delayed.