We were not involved in this case, but noise from building equipment is a very common complaint in our experience. In this case, a condo unit owner was disturbed by noise from roof exhaust fans. She prevailed in court and was awarded an abatement equal to 37% of the perceived rental value, which came to over $22,000.00. Read more from the
BBWG Newsletter below, and from the
Supreme Court decision upholding the award. As the article below suggests,
"Boards must address legitimate complaints ... or ...they may face large financial loss"
Supreme Court decision