12/02/2026– Jurisdiction Ontario
Part 93 published on 01/03/2026
Owner ordered to stop creating or allowing the production of unreasonable noise and odours, and to stop smoking tobacco or cannabis in her unit or in the common elements of the condominium building
The condominium corporation filed an application regarding the Respondent’s alleged unreasonable noise, garbage disposal issues, and smoking of tobacco and cannabis. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing. The Tribunal accepted the corporation’s evidence and ordered the owner to stop the disruptive activities and to pay $1,150 in compensation and fees. The Tribunal said:
I find that Ms. Watson has caused or allowed others to create noise in her unit and in the common areas of the building. I accept the evidence from LCC 14 that the noise is unreasonable and results in a nuisance, annoyance or disruption to other residents.
I find that Ms. Watson has left used cat litter in the hallway outside her unit. The evidence from LCC 14 indicates that residents have frequently complained that this causes strong objectionable odours. I find that Ms. Watson has created or allowed the creation of unreasonable odours that result in a nuisance, annoyance or disruption to other residents.
I find that Ms. Watson has left garbage in the passageway or hallway outside her unit, contrary to Rule 14.
I find that Ms. Watson has smoked tobacco or cannabis in her unit, contrary to the non‑smoking rules. The resulting odours are unreasonable because no smoking is permitted. This activity results in a nuisance or annoyance to other residents and so is contrary to s. 117 (2) of the Act.
Leeds Condominium Corporation No. 14 v. Watson, 2026 ONCAT 24