Water Damage Disputes
What the Tribunal Data Shows
Disputes involving water infiltration, flooding, pipe leaks, and related damage to units or common property in strata and condominium buildings.
Water damage is the most financially significant issue in BC strata disputes, often involving envelope failures in pre-2000 buildings.
Cases by Year
| Year | Cases | Applicant Win Rate | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 95 | 22% | |
| 2019 | 151 | 23% | +59% YoY |
| 2020 | 146 | 21% | -3% YoY |
| 2021 | 141 | 23% | -3% YoY |
| 2022 | 132 | 26% | -6% YoY |
| 2023 | 86 | 17% | -35% YoY |
| 2024 | 77 | 19% | -10% YoY |
| 2025 | 111 | 21% | +44% YoY |
| 2026 | 77 | 3% | -31% YoY |
By Region
Key Patterns
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PropTrust provides statistical analysis of publicly available tribunal decisions. This is not legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed lawyer or paralegal in your province. Source: PropTrust Tribunal Intelligence — publicly available BC CRT and Ontario tribunal decisions.
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