What to check in a Clarington condo
Order the status certificate and have a lawyer read it: it discloses the reserve fund balance, special assessments, lawsuits and the rules about pets, tenants and short stays. In the Port of Newcastle buildings, ask whether the clubhouse membership is bundled into the fee or billed separately, and whether the unit's view is protected by the site plan or by luck. In Bowmanville, ask about the building's age and whether the windows, roof and elevators have been done, because a small corporation feels every large repair. Check the parking arrangement, since some suites come with a deeded space and others with an exclusive-use one, and whether a locker is included. For a recent building, confirm the Tarion warranty on the common elements is still in force. Finally, walk the neighbourhood at night: the marina district is quiet in winter, and downtown Bowmanville is busier than it looks.