Certificate of the Architect: condominium development (Form 20)

Architects use Form 20 to certify with the Registrar of Condominiums that the condominium buildings have been built in accordance with the architectural plans. The architect of the condominium building needs to use the form once the condominium is built.

Use Form 20: Certificate of the Architect to certify with the Registrar of Condominiums that the condominium buildings have been built in accordance with the architectural plans.

Who can use this form

The architect of the condominium building needs to use the form once the condominium is built.

What you need to do

  1. Send your draft architectural plans to the Registrar of Condominiums for review to ensure they comply with the Condominium Act and regulations.
  2. Schedule a site visit.
  3. If required, revise the architectural plans and submit again.
  4. If the Registrar of Condominiums approves the plans, send 4 copies of the plans with all pages signed by you (the architect).
  5. Complete the form.
  6. Send your completed form by mail or email. Or visit the Registrar of Condominiums.

How long it takes

It should take 1 to 2 months to get the certificate. It can take longer if more information is needed or if your form hasn’t been filled in correctly.

Cost

There is no cost to submit the form.

Before you start

Make sure you have:

  • architectural plans
  • name and number of the condominium corporation
  • signature of architect

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