TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results.

TARION'S MYHOME

Tarion My-Home. MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top

of your warranty.

FLOORING | TARION.COM Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

FOUNDATION / BASEMENT Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results.

EXTERIOR FINISHING

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WARRANTY FORMS

Tarion may become involved in a home warranty issue after a new homeowner submits a Tarion Warranty Form. This video provides valuable information about our statutory warranty forms, including what should and should not be included on these forms as well as the specific timelines when each of the forms should be submitted.

BUILDERLINK

Tarion Builder Services Application. Enrol homes and manage your warranty service with just a few clicks! Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: CONCRETE GARAGE FLOOR IS CRACKED Concrete floors naturally crack during curing due to shrinkage. Actual crack width shall be determined using a wire feeler gauge* inserted

inside the crack.

ONTARIO’S TOP-RATED BUILDERS EARN 2019 HOMEOWNERS’ CHOICE “A new home is a place to make memories,” says Tarion President and CEO Howard Bogach, “and a builder has a big role in determining whether a homeowner’s first memories are positive INAones. TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results.

TARION'S MYHOME

Tarion My-Home. MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top

of your warranty.

FLOORING | TARION.COM Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

ENROLLING NEW HOMES

Effective February 1, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (“HCRA”) assumed Tarion’s previous role of licensing new home vendors and builders. This means that a person who plans to build or sell a new home in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA and that the HCRA is responsible for granting new licence applications and renewing

existing licences.

IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR NEW HOMES IN ONTARIO Warranty Coverage for New Homes in Ontario QUESTIONS? ASK US! TARION.COM 1-877-982-7466 5 What is Tarion? Tarion is a private, not-for-profit consumer protection CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results.

BUILDER BULLETIN 42

Updated: September 2020 Page 6 of 25 Part A. The Homeowner Information Package The Homeowner Information Package is a document developed by Tarion that builders are required to give to purchasers of new homes. It provides information about the warranty rights of new home

REGISTRAR BULLETINS

Tarion’s operational policy statements are called Registrar Bulletins. While in many cases the bulletin content is prescriptive (setting out rules), some bulletins are more informational. Tarion’s Registrar Bulletins are enforced through the vendor builder agreements that applicants sign upon qualification for enrolment or enrolment. REGISTRAR BULLETIN 10 Page 3 of 15 Homes to be Sold Before Construction Begins A person who plans to sell or offer to sell a home (land and dwelling) must before the person offers to sell, sells or begins construction of the home: (1) be licensed as a vendor and be or have

EXTERIOR FINISHING

Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results. THREE THINGS OWNERS OF A RESALE "NEW" HOME SHOULD KNOW ABOUT. Whether you own a new home or condo, are considering buying one, or just love to dream about it, the Open Door blog is here to share stories that can help you protect what is likely the biggest investment of your life.. The Open Door blog is published by Tarion, a non-profit corporation that administers Ontario’s New Home Warranty Plan and registers all new home builders in Ontario. TARION REQUIREMENTS FOR RECEIPT AND RELEASE OF SECURITY Page 5 of 13 Once the builder’s equity (per unit) and their Suggested Minimum Equity (per unit) are calculated, the two are compared. The result is TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Builders. If you are planning to build or sell new homes, click here for information that will help. For over 40 years, Tarion has provided new home warranty protection to more than two million Ontario homes. We serve new home buyers and new home owners by ensuring that HOMEOWNERS LANDING PAGE Congratulations on becoming a new home owner! Your home comes with a seven-year warranty provided by your builder and backed by Tarion. Let us help you understand your coverage. Submitting a warranty form to Tarion ensures that the warranty is protected and triggers a process for resolving your claim. We’re here to help you at every step of

TARION'S MYHOME

MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top of your warranty. You'll be able to: Receive e-mail alerts for important dates and warranty timelines; Fill out, save, and submit your warranty claim forms; Upload supporting documents such as photos, receipts, and

agreements;

FLOORING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

BUILDERLINK

Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: Make Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Retrieve and download items submitted by your Homeowners using the MyHome Tool. Enroll homes. Submit and update Certificates of Completion and Possession (CCPs) Review warranty forms and reports. Keep track of repair timelines. AN OUTLINE OF YOUR WARRANTY The maximum statutory warranty coverage available for freehold homes and condominium units is $300,000. The maximum coverage for condominium common elements is $100,000 times the number of units, up to a maximum of $3.5 million. The maximum combined coverage for a condominium project (units and common elements) is $50 million. WALL AND CEILING FINISH The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations.

WARRANTY OVERVIEW

CRITICAL DATES CALCULATOR Critical Dates Calculator. To complete the first page of the Addendum, which is a Statement of Critical Dates, the first step is to select the appropriate type of sales transaction: Freehold Firm; Freehold Tentative; Condominium Firm; or Condominium Tentative. Once you have made this selection, in the table below, a new field will appear where TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Builders. If you are planning to build or sell new homes, click here for information that will help. For over 40 years, Tarion has provided new home warranty protection to more than two million Ontario homes. We serve new home buyers and new home owners by ensuring that HOMEOWNERS LANDING PAGE Congratulations on becoming a new home owner! Your home comes with a seven-year warranty provided by your builder and backed by Tarion. Let us help you understand your coverage. Submitting a warranty form to Tarion ensures that the warranty is protected and triggers a process for resolving your claim. We’re here to help you at every step of

TARION'S MYHOME

MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top of your warranty. You'll be able to: Receive e-mail alerts for important dates and warranty timelines; Fill out, save, and submit your warranty claim forms; Upload supporting documents such as photos, receipts, and

agreements;

FLOORING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

BUILDERLINK

Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: Make Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Retrieve and download items submitted by your Homeowners using the MyHome Tool. Enroll homes. Submit and update Certificates of Completion and Possession (CCPs) Review warranty forms and reports. Keep track of repair timelines. AN OUTLINE OF YOUR WARRANTY The maximum statutory warranty coverage available for freehold homes and condominium units is $300,000. The maximum coverage for condominium common elements is $100,000 times the number of units, up to a maximum of $3.5 million. The maximum combined coverage for a condominium project (units and common elements) is $50 million. WALL AND CEILING FINISH The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations.

WARRANTY OVERVIEW

CRITICAL DATES CALCULATOR Critical Dates Calculator. To complete the first page of the Addendum, which is a Statement of Critical Dates, the first step is to select the appropriate type of sales transaction: Freehold Firm; Freehold Tentative; Condominium Firm; or Condominium Tentative. Once you have made this selection, in the table below, a new field will appear where HOMEOWNERS LANDING PAGE Congratulations on becoming a new home owner! Your home comes with a seven-year warranty provided by your builder and backed by Tarion. Let us help you understand your coverage. Submitting a warranty form to Tarion ensures that the warranty is protected and triggers a process for resolving your claim. We’re here to help you at every step of CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS 11.5: Cabinet Doors Will Not Stay Closed. 11.2: Cabinets Do Not Line Up With Each Other. 11.8: Cracks in Countertop Surfaces. 11.1: Gap Between Cabinets and Ceilings or Walls. 11.6: Laminated Countertop (Including Seams, Joints or Edges) Has Swelled. 11.7: Laminated Countertop is Delaminated. 11.9: Scratches/Chips on Countertops.

EXTERIOR FINISHING

4.29: Exterior Paint or Stain Has Faded. 4.28: Exterior Paint, Stain or Clear Finish Blisters and Peels. 4.23: Exterior Stucco is Peeling or Bubbling. 4.26: Exterior Wood Trim is Bowed, Twisted or Cupped. 4.25: Exterior Wood Trim is Split. 4.15: Horizontal Masonry Joint Alignment is Not Uniform. THE PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION A pre-delivery inspection (PDI) is mandatory for all new homes enrolled with Tarion. The main purpose of the PDI is to document the condition of the home prior to possession or occupancy. The PDI is also an opportunity to acquaint your customer with their new home; review home maintenance procedures; discuss the warranty process and next steps for addressing items that require attention; and

REGISTRAR BULLETINS

Tarion’s operational policy statements are called Registrar Bulletins. While in many cases the bulletin content is prescriptive (setting out rules), some bulletins are more informational. Tarion’s Registrar Bulletins are enforced through the vendor builder agreements that applicants sign upon qualification for enrolment or enrolment. CRITICAL DATES CALCULATOR Critical Dates Calculator. To complete the first page of the Addendum, which is a Statement of Critical Dates, the first step is to select the appropriate type of sales transaction: Freehold Firm; Freehold Tentative; Condominium Firm; or Condominium Tentative. Once you have made this selection, in the table below, a new field will appear where WARRANTY ENROLMENT FEES For new homes, the vendor or builder pays the warranty enrolment fee to Tarion as a term and condition of an Enrolment Confirmation. For freehold homes, the fee is payable on or before the date the building permit for the home is issued. For condominium projects, the fee is payable at least 30 days before construction begins. PLUMBING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. ONTARIO’S TOP-RATED BUILDERS EARN 2019 HOMEOWNERS’ CHOICE Ontario’s top-rated builders earn 2019 Homeowners’ Choice Awards. TORONTO – Today Tarion announced its annual Homeowners’ Choice Awards for outstanding builders who received the highest ratings from home buyers across the province. These are the only awards that focus solely on customer service and are based on feedback from homeowners. TARION REQUIREMENTS FOR RECEIPT AND RELEASE OF SECURITY Page 5 of 13 Once the builder’s equity (per unit) and their Suggested Minimum Equity (per unit) are calculated, the two are compared. The result is TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Builders. If you are planning to build or sell new homes, click here for information that will help. For over 40 years, Tarion has provided new home warranty protection to more than two million Ontario homes. We serve new home buyers and new home owners by ensuring that HOMEOWNERS LANDING PAGE Congratulations on becoming a new home owner! Your home comes with a seven-year warranty provided by your builder and backed by Tarion. Let us help you understand your coverage. Submitting a warranty form to Tarion ensures that the warranty is protected and triggers a process for resolving your claim. We’re here to help you at every step of

TARION'S MYHOME

MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top of your warranty. You'll be able to: Receive e-mail alerts for important dates and warranty timelines; Fill out, save, and submit your warranty claim forms; Upload supporting documents such as photos, receipts, and

agreements;

FLOORING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

BUILDERLINK

Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: Make Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Retrieve and download items submitted by your Homeowners using the MyHome Tool. Enroll homes. Submit and update Certificates of Completion and Possession (CCPs) Review warranty forms and reports. Keep track of repair timelines. AN OUTLINE OF YOUR WARRANTY The maximum statutory warranty coverage available for freehold homes and condominium units is $300,000. The maximum coverage for condominium common elements is $100,000 times the number of units, up to a maximum of $3.5 million. The maximum combined coverage for a condominium project (units and common elements) is $50 million. WALL AND CEILING FINISH The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations.

WARRANTY OVERVIEW

CRITICAL DATES CALCULATOR Critical Dates Calculator. To complete the first page of the Addendum, which is a Statement of Critical Dates, the first step is to select the appropriate type of sales transaction: Freehold Firm; Freehold Tentative; Condominium Firm; or Condominium Tentative. Once you have made this selection, in the table below, a new field will appear where TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Builders. If you are planning to build or sell new homes, click here for information that will help. For over 40 years, Tarion has provided new home warranty protection to more than two million Ontario homes. We serve new home buyers and new home owners by ensuring that HOMEOWNERS LANDING PAGE Congratulations on becoming a new home owner! Your home comes with a seven-year warranty provided by your builder and backed by Tarion. Let us help you understand your coverage. Submitting a warranty form to Tarion ensures that the warranty is protected and triggers a process for resolving your claim. We’re here to help you at every step of

TARION'S MYHOME

MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top of your warranty. You'll be able to: Receive e-mail alerts for important dates and warranty timelines; Fill out, save, and submit your warranty claim forms; Upload supporting documents such as photos, receipts, and

agreements;

FLOORING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

BUILDERLINK

Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: Make Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Retrieve and download items submitted by your Homeowners using the MyHome Tool. Enroll homes. Submit and update Certificates of Completion and Possession (CCPs) Review warranty forms and reports. Keep track of repair timelines. AN OUTLINE OF YOUR WARRANTY The maximum statutory warranty coverage available for freehold homes and condominium units is $300,000. The maximum coverage for condominium common elements is $100,000 times the number of units, up to a maximum of $3.5 million. The maximum combined coverage for a condominium project (units and common elements) is $50 million. WALL AND CEILING FINISH The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations.

WARRANTY OVERVIEW

CRITICAL DATES CALCULATOR Critical Dates Calculator. To complete the first page of the Addendum, which is a Statement of Critical Dates, the first step is to select the appropriate type of sales transaction: Freehold Firm; Freehold Tentative; Condominium Firm; or Condominium Tentative. Once you have made this selection, in the table below, a new field will appear where HOMEOWNERS LANDING PAGE Congratulations on becoming a new home owner! Your home comes with a seven-year warranty provided by your builder and backed by Tarion. Let us help you understand your coverage. Submitting a warranty form to Tarion ensures that the warranty is protected and triggers a process for resolving your claim. We’re here to help you at every step of CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS 11.5: Cabinet Doors Will Not Stay Closed. 11.2: Cabinets Do Not Line Up With Each Other. 11.8: Cracks in Countertop Surfaces. 11.1: Gap Between Cabinets and Ceilings or Walls. 11.6: Laminated Countertop (Including Seams, Joints or Edges) Has Swelled. 11.7: Laminated Countertop is Delaminated. 11.9: Scratches/Chips on Countertops.

EXTERIOR FINISHING

4.29: Exterior Paint or Stain Has Faded. 4.28: Exterior Paint, Stain or Clear Finish Blisters and Peels. 4.23: Exterior Stucco is Peeling or Bubbling. 4.26: Exterior Wood Trim is Bowed, Twisted or Cupped. 4.25: Exterior Wood Trim is Split. 4.15: Horizontal Masonry Joint Alignment is Not Uniform. THE PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION A pre-delivery inspection (PDI) is mandatory for all new homes enrolled with Tarion. The main purpose of the PDI is to document the condition of the home prior to possession or occupancy. The PDI is also an opportunity to acquaint your customer with their new home; review home maintenance procedures; discuss the warranty process and next steps for addressing items that require attention; and

REGISTRAR BULLETINS

Tarion’s operational policy statements are called Registrar Bulletins. While in many cases the bulletin content is prescriptive (setting out rules), some bulletins are more informational. Tarion’s Registrar Bulletins are enforced through the vendor builder agreements that applicants sign upon qualification for enrolment or enrolment. CRITICAL DATES CALCULATOR Critical Dates Calculator. To complete the first page of the Addendum, which is a Statement of Critical Dates, the first step is to select the appropriate type of sales transaction: Freehold Firm; Freehold Tentative; Condominium Firm; or Condominium Tentative. Once you have made this selection, in the table below, a new field will appear where WARRANTY ENROLMENT FEES For new homes, the vendor or builder pays the warranty enrolment fee to Tarion as a term and condition of an Enrolment Confirmation. For freehold homes, the fee is payable on or before the date the building permit for the home is issued. For condominium projects, the fee is payable at least 30 days before construction begins. PLUMBING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. ONTARIO’S TOP-RATED BUILDERS EARN 2019 HOMEOWNERS’ CHOICE Ontario’s top-rated builders earn 2019 Homeowners’ Choice Awards. TORONTO – Today Tarion announced its annual Homeowners’ Choice Awards for outstanding builders who received the highest ratings from home buyers across the province. These are the only awards that focus solely on customer service and are based on feedback from homeowners. TARION REQUIREMENTS FOR RECEIPT AND RELEASE OF SECURITY Page 5 of 13 Once the builder’s equity (per unit) and their Suggested Minimum Equity (per unit) are calculated, the two are compared. The result is TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Builders. If you are planning to build or sell new homes, click here for information that will help. For over 40 years, Tarion has provided new home warranty protection to more than two million Ontario homes. We serve new home buyers and new home owners by ensuring that

TARION'S MYHOME

MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top of your warranty. You'll be able to: Receive e-mail alerts for important dates and warranty timelines; Fill out, save, and submit your warranty claim forms; Upload supporting documents such as photos, receipts, and

agreements;

ENROLLING NEW HOMES

Effective February 1, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (“HCRA”) assumed Tarion’s previous role of licensing new home vendors and builders. This means that a person who plans to build or sell a new home in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA and that the HCRA is responsible for granting new licence applications and renewing

existing licences.

FLOORING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS 11.5: Cabinet Doors Will Not Stay Closed. 11.2: Cabinets Do Not Line Up With Each Other. 11.8: Cracks in Countertop Surfaces. 11.1: Gap Between Cabinets and Ceilings or Walls. 11.6: Laminated Countertop (Including Seams, Joints or Edges) Has Swelled. 11.7: Laminated Countertop is Delaminated. 11.9: Scratches/Chips on Countertops.

EXTERIOR FINISHING

4.29: Exterior Paint or Stain Has Faded. 4.28: Exterior Paint, Stain or Clear Finish Blisters and Peels. 4.23: Exterior Stucco is Peeling or Bubbling. 4.26: Exterior Wood Trim is Bowed, Twisted or Cupped. 4.25: Exterior Wood Trim is Split. 4.15: Horizontal Masonry Joint Alignment is Not Uniform. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

ALUMINUM/VINYL SIDING IS BOWED OR WAVY Aluminum/Vinyl Siding is Bowed or Wavy. Bricks are Different Colours. Cedar Shakes or Shingles Have "Bled" Through Paint or Stain Applied By Builder. Clay Bricks are Chipped. Cracks in Exterior Stucco Wall Surfaces. Cut Bricks are of Different Thickness in Relation to One Another. Deteriorating Masonry.

BUILDERLINK

Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: Make Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Retrieve and download items submitted by your Homeowners using the MyHome Tool. Enroll homes. Submit and update Certificates of Completion and Possession (CCPs) Review warranty forms and reports. Keep track of repair timelines. FOUNDATION / BASEMENT The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Builders. If you are planning to build or sell new homes, click here for information that will help. For over 40 years, Tarion has provided new home warranty protection to more than two million Ontario homes. We serve new home buyers and new home owners by ensuring that

TARION'S MYHOME

MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top of your warranty. You'll be able to: Receive e-mail alerts for important dates and warranty timelines; Fill out, save, and submit your warranty claim forms; Upload supporting documents such as photos, receipts, and

agreements;

ENROLLING NEW HOMES

Effective February 1, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (“HCRA”) assumed Tarion’s previous role of licensing new home vendors and builders. This means that a person who plans to build or sell a new home in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA and that the HCRA is responsible for granting new licence applications and renewing

existing licences.

FLOORING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS 11.5: Cabinet Doors Will Not Stay Closed. 11.2: Cabinets Do Not Line Up With Each Other. 11.8: Cracks in Countertop Surfaces. 11.1: Gap Between Cabinets and Ceilings or Walls. 11.6: Laminated Countertop (Including Seams, Joints or Edges) Has Swelled. 11.7: Laminated Countertop is Delaminated. 11.9: Scratches/Chips on Countertops.

EXTERIOR FINISHING

4.29: Exterior Paint or Stain Has Faded. 4.28: Exterior Paint, Stain or Clear Finish Blisters and Peels. 4.23: Exterior Stucco is Peeling or Bubbling. 4.26: Exterior Wood Trim is Bowed, Twisted or Cupped. 4.25: Exterior Wood Trim is Split. 4.15: Horizontal Masonry Joint Alignment is Not Uniform. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

BUILDERLINK

Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: Make Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Retrieve and download items submitted by your Homeowners using the MyHome Tool. Enroll homes. Submit and update Certificates of Completion and Possession (CCPs) Review warranty forms and reports. Keep track of repair timelines. ALUMINUM/VINYL SIDING IS BOWED OR WAVY Aluminum/Vinyl Siding is Bowed or Wavy. Bricks are Different Colours. Cedar Shakes or Shingles Have "Bled" Through Paint or Stain Applied By Builder. Clay Bricks are Chipped. Cracks in Exterior Stucco Wall Surfaces. Cut Bricks are of Different Thickness in Relation to One Another. Deteriorating Masonry. FOUNDATION / BASEMENT The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

THE PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION A pre-delivery inspection (PDI) is mandatory for all new homes enrolled with Tarion. The main purpose of the PDI is to document the condition of the home prior to possession or occupancy. The PDI is also an opportunity to acquaint your customer with their new home; review home maintenance procedures; discuss the warranty process and next steps for addressing items that require attention; and PLUMBING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. THREE THINGS OWNERS OF A RESALE "NEW" HOME SHOULD KNOW ABOUT. Whether you own a new home or condo, are considering buying one, or just love to dream about it, the Open Door blog is here to share stories that can help you protect what is likely the biggest investment of your life.. The Open Door blog is published by Tarion, a non-profit corporation that administers Ontario’s New Home Warranty Plan and registers all new home builders in Ontario. WALL AND CEILING FINISH The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations.

REGISTRAR BULLETINS

Tarion’s operational policy statements are called Registrar Bulletins. While in many cases the bulletin content is prescriptive (setting out rules), some bulletins are more informational. Tarion’s Registrar Bulletins are enforced through the vendor builder agreements that applicants sign upon qualification for enrolment or enrolment. REGISTRAR BULLETIN 10 Page 3 of 15 Homes to be Sold Before Construction Begins A person who plans to sell or offer to sell a home (land and dwelling) must before the person offers to sell, sells or begins construction of the home: (1) be licensed as a vendor and be or have WARRANTY ENROLMENT FEES For new homes, the vendor or builder pays the warranty enrolment fee to Tarion as a term and condition of an Enrolment Confirmation. For freehold homes, the fee is payable on or before the date the building permit for the home is issued. For condominium projects, the fee is payable at least 30 days before construction begins. ONTARIO’S TOP-RATED BUILDERS EARN 2019 HOMEOWNERS’ CHOICE Ontario’s top-rated builders earn 2019 Homeowners’ Choice Awards. TORONTO – Today Tarion announced its annual Homeowners’ Choice Awards for outstanding builders who received the highest ratings from home buyers across the province. These are the only awards that focus solely on customer service and are based on feedback from homeowners. PAINT FINISH IS UNACCEPTABLE A properly painted surface shall be produced on every exposed surface where a painted finish is specified. A properly painted surface shall be assessed by viewing, without magnification, from a minimum perpendicular distance of 1,500 mm under normal lighting conditions and from a normal viewing position. TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Builders. If you are planning to build or sell new homes, click here for information that will help. For over 40 years, Tarion has provided new home warranty protection to more than two million Ontario homes. We serve new home buyers and new home owners by ensuring that

TARION'S MYHOME

MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top of your warranty. You'll be able to: Receive e-mail alerts for important dates and warranty timelines; Fill out, save, and submit your warranty claim forms; Upload supporting documents such as photos, receipts, and

agreements;

ENROLLING NEW HOMES

Effective February 1, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (“HCRA”) assumed Tarion’s previous role of licensing new home vendors and builders. This means that a person who plans to build or sell a new home in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA and that the HCRA is responsible for granting new licence applications and renewing

existing licences.

FLOORING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS 11.5: Cabinet Doors Will Not Stay Closed. 11.2: Cabinets Do Not Line Up With Each Other. 11.8: Cracks in Countertop Surfaces. 11.1: Gap Between Cabinets and Ceilings or Walls. 11.6: Laminated Countertop (Including Seams, Joints or Edges) Has Swelled. 11.7: Laminated Countertop is Delaminated. 11.9: Scratches/Chips on Countertops.

EXTERIOR FINISHING

4.29: Exterior Paint or Stain Has Faded. 4.28: Exterior Paint, Stain or Clear Finish Blisters and Peels. 4.23: Exterior Stucco is Peeling or Bubbling. 4.26: Exterior Wood Trim is Bowed, Twisted or Cupped. 4.25: Exterior Wood Trim is Split. 4.15: Horizontal Masonry Joint Alignment is Not Uniform. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

ALUMINUM/VINYL SIDING IS BOWED OR WAVY Aluminum/Vinyl Siding is Bowed or Wavy. Bricks are Different Colours. Cedar Shakes or Shingles Have "Bled" Through Paint or Stain Applied By Builder. Clay Bricks are Chipped. Cracks in Exterior Stucco Wall Surfaces. Cut Bricks are of Different Thickness in Relation to One Another. Deteriorating Masonry.

BUILDERLINK

Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: Make Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Retrieve and download items submitted by your Homeowners using the MyHome Tool. Enroll homes. Submit and update Certificates of Completion and Possession (CCPs) Review warranty forms and reports. Keep track of repair timelines. FOUNDATION / BASEMENT The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Builders. If you are planning to build or sell new homes, click here for information that will help. For over 40 years, Tarion has provided new home warranty protection to more than two million Ontario homes. We serve new home buyers and new home owners by ensuring that

TARION'S MYHOME

MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top of your warranty. You'll be able to: Receive e-mail alerts for important dates and warranty timelines; Fill out, save, and submit your warranty claim forms; Upload supporting documents such as photos, receipts, and

agreements;

ENROLLING NEW HOMES

Effective February 1, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (“HCRA”) assumed Tarion’s previous role of licensing new home vendors and builders. This means that a person who plans to build or sell a new home in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA and that the HCRA is responsible for granting new licence applications and renewing

existing licences.

FLOORING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS 11.5: Cabinet Doors Will Not Stay Closed. 11.2: Cabinets Do Not Line Up With Each Other. 11.8: Cracks in Countertop Surfaces. 11.1: Gap Between Cabinets and Ceilings or Walls. 11.6: Laminated Countertop (Including Seams, Joints or Edges) Has Swelled. 11.7: Laminated Countertop is Delaminated. 11.9: Scratches/Chips on Countertops.

EXTERIOR FINISHING

4.29: Exterior Paint or Stain Has Faded. 4.28: Exterior Paint, Stain or Clear Finish Blisters and Peels. 4.23: Exterior Stucco is Peeling or Bubbling. 4.26: Exterior Wood Trim is Bowed, Twisted or Cupped. 4.25: Exterior Wood Trim is Split. 4.15: Horizontal Masonry Joint Alignment is Not Uniform. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

ALUMINUM/VINYL SIDING IS BOWED OR WAVY Aluminum/Vinyl Siding is Bowed or Wavy. Bricks are Different Colours. Cedar Shakes or Shingles Have "Bled" Through Paint or Stain Applied By Builder. Clay Bricks are Chipped. Cracks in Exterior Stucco Wall Surfaces. Cut Bricks are of Different Thickness in Relation to One Another. Deteriorating Masonry.

BUILDERLINK

Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: Make Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Retrieve and download items submitted by your Homeowners using the MyHome Tool. Enroll homes. Submit and update Certificates of Completion and Possession (CCPs) Review warranty forms and reports. Keep track of repair timelines. FOUNDATION / BASEMENT The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

THE PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION A pre-delivery inspection (PDI) is mandatory for all new homes enrolled with Tarion. The main purpose of the PDI is to document the condition of the home prior to possession or occupancy. The PDI is also an opportunity to acquaint your customer with their new home; review home maintenance procedures; discuss the warranty process and next steps for addressing items that require attention; and PLUMBING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. THREE THINGS OWNERS OF A RESALE "NEW" HOME SHOULD KNOW ABOUT. Whether you own a new home or condo, are considering buying one, or just love to dream about it, the Open Door blog is here to share stories that can help you protect what is likely the biggest investment of your life.. The Open Door blog is published by Tarion, a non-profit corporation that administers Ontario’s New Home Warranty Plan and registers all new home builders in Ontario. WALL AND CEILING FINISH The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations.

REGISTRAR BULLETINS

Tarion’s operational policy statements are called Registrar Bulletins. While in many cases the bulletin content is prescriptive (setting out rules), some bulletins are more informational. Tarion’s Registrar Bulletins are enforced through the vendor builder agreements that applicants sign upon qualification for enrolment or enrolment. REGISTRAR BULLETIN 10 Page 3 of 15 Homes to be Sold Before Construction Begins A person who plans to sell or offer to sell a home (land and dwelling) must before the person offers to sell, sells or begins construction of the home: (1) be licensed as a vendor and be or have WARRANTY ENROLMENT FEES For new homes, the vendor or builder pays the warranty enrolment fee to Tarion as a term and condition of an Enrolment Confirmation. For freehold homes, the fee is payable on or before the date the building permit for the home is issued. For condominium projects, the fee is payable at least 30 days before construction begins. ONTARIO’S TOP-RATED BUILDERS EARN 2019 HOMEOWNERS’ CHOICE Ontario’s top-rated builders earn 2019 Homeowners’ Choice Awards. TORONTO – Today Tarion announced its annual Homeowners’ Choice Awards for outstanding builders who received the highest ratings from home buyers across the province. These are the only awards that focus solely on customer service and are based on feedback from homeowners. PAINT FINISH IS UNACCEPTABLE A properly painted surface shall be produced on every exposed surface where a painted finish is specified. A properly painted surface shall be assessed by viewing, without magnification, from a minimum perpendicular distance of 1,500 mm under normal lighting conditions and from a normal viewing position. TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Builders. If you are planning to build or sell new homes, click here for information that will help. For over 40 years, Tarion has provided new home warranty protection to more than two million Ontario homes. We serve new home buyers and new home owners by ensuring that

TARION'S MYHOME

MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top of your warranty. You'll be able to: Receive e-mail alerts for important dates and warranty timelines; Fill out, save, and submit your warranty claim forms; Upload supporting documents such as photos, receipts, and

agreements;

ENROLLING NEW HOMES

Effective February 1, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (“HCRA”) assumed Tarion’s previous role of licensing new home vendors and builders. This means that a person who plans to build or sell a new home in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA and that the HCRA is responsible for granting new licence applications and renewing

existing licences.

FLOORING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS 11.5: Cabinet Doors Will Not Stay Closed. 11.2: Cabinets Do Not Line Up With Each Other. 11.8: Cracks in Countertop Surfaces. 11.1: Gap Between Cabinets and Ceilings or Walls. 11.6: Laminated Countertop (Including Seams, Joints or Edges) Has Swelled. 11.7: Laminated Countertop is Delaminated. 11.9: Scratches/Chips on Countertops.

EXTERIOR FINISHING

4.29: Exterior Paint or Stain Has Faded. 4.28: Exterior Paint, Stain or Clear Finish Blisters and Peels. 4.23: Exterior Stucco is Peeling or Bubbling. 4.26: Exterior Wood Trim is Bowed, Twisted or Cupped. 4.25: Exterior Wood Trim is Split. 4.15: Horizontal Masonry Joint Alignment is Not Uniform. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

ALUMINUM/VINYL SIDING IS BOWED OR WAVY Aluminum/Vinyl Siding is Bowed or Wavy. Bricks are Different Colours. Cedar Shakes or Shingles Have "Bled" Through Paint or Stain Applied By Builder. Clay Bricks are Chipped. Cracks in Exterior Stucco Wall Surfaces. Cut Bricks are of Different Thickness in Relation to One Another. Deteriorating Masonry.

BUILDERLINK

Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: Make Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments. Retrieve and download items submitted by your Homeowners using the MyHome Tool. Enroll homes. Submit and update Certificates of Completion and Possession (CCPs) Review warranty forms and reports. Keep track of repair timelines. FOUNDATION / BASEMENT The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Builders. If you are planning to build or sell new homes, click here for information that will help. For over 40 years, Tarion has provided new home warranty protection to more than two million Ontario homes. We serve new home buyers and new home owners by ensuring that

TARION'S MYHOME

MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top of your warranty. You'll be able to: Receive e-mail alerts for important dates and warranty timelines; Fill out, save, and submit your warranty claim forms; Upload supporting documents such as photos, receipts, and

agreements;

ENROLLING NEW HOMES

Effective February 1, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (“HCRA”) assumed Tarion’s previous role of licensing new home vendors and builders. This means that a person who plans to build or sell a new home in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA and that the HCRA is responsible for granting new licence applications and renewing

existing licences.

FLOORING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS 11.5: Cabinet Doors Will Not Stay Closed. 11.2: Cabinets Do Not Line Up With Each Other. 11.8: Cracks in Countertop Surfaces. 11.1: Gap Between Cabinets and Ceilings or Walls. 11.6: Laminated Countertop (Including Seams, Joints or Edges) Has Swelled. 11.7: Laminated Countertop is Delaminated. 11.9: Scratches/Chips on Countertops.

EXTERIOR FINISHING

4.29: Exterior Paint or Stain Has Faded. 4.28: Exterior Paint, Stain or Clear Finish Blisters and Peels. 4.23: Exterior Stucco is Peeling or Bubbling. 4.26: Exterior Wood Trim is Bowed, Twisted or Cupped. 4.25: Exterior Wood Trim is Split. 4.15: Horizontal Masonry Joint Alignment is Not Uniform. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

THE PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION A pre-delivery inspection (PDI) is mandatory for all new homes enrolled with Tarion. The main purpose of the PDI is to document the condition of the home prior to possession or occupancy. The PDI is also an opportunity to acquaint your customer with their new home; review home maintenance procedures; discuss the warranty process and next steps for addressing items that require attention; and PLUMBING | TARION.COM The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations. THREE THINGS OWNERS OF A RESALE "NEW" HOME SHOULD KNOW ABOUT. Whether you own a new home or condo, are considering buying one, or just love to dream about it, the Open Door blog is here to share stories that can help you protect what is likely the biggest investment of your life.. The Open Door blog is published by Tarion, a non-profit corporation that administers Ontario’s New Home Warranty Plan and registers all new home builders in Ontario. WALL AND CEILING FINISH The purpose of the Guidelines is to provide advance guidance as to how Tarion will decide disputes between homeowners and builders about defects in work or materials. The Guidelines are intended to complement the Ontario Building Code and are supplemented by any applicable guidelines or standards produced by industry associations.

REGISTRAR BULLETINS

Tarion’s operational policy statements are called Registrar Bulletins. While in many cases the bulletin content is prescriptive (setting out rules), some bulletins are more informational. Tarion’s Registrar Bulletins are enforced through the vendor builder agreements that applicants sign upon qualification for enrolment or enrolment. REGISTRAR BULLETIN 10 Page 3 of 15 Homes to be Sold Before Construction Begins A person who plans to sell or offer to sell a home (land and dwelling) must before the person offers to sell, sells or begins construction of the home: (1) be licensed as a vendor and be or have WARRANTY ENROLMENT FEES For new homes, the vendor or builder pays the warranty enrolment fee to Tarion as a term and condition of an Enrolment Confirmation. For freehold homes, the fee is payable on or before the date the building permit for the home is issued. For condominium projects, the fee is payable at least 30 days before construction begins. ONTARIO’S TOP-RATED BUILDERS EARN 2019 HOMEOWNERS’ CHOICE Ontario’s top-rated builders earn 2019 Homeowners’ Choice Awards. TORONTO – Today Tarion announced its annual Homeowners’ Choice Awards for outstanding builders who received the highest ratings from home buyers across the province. These are the only awards that focus solely on customer service and are based on feedback from homeowners. PAINT FINISH IS UNACCEPTABLE A properly painted surface shall be produced on every exposed surface where a painted finish is specified. A properly painted surface shall be assessed by viewing, without magnification, from a minimum perpendicular distance of 1,500 mm under normal lighting conditions and from a normal viewing position. TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results.

TARION'S MYHOME

Tarion My-Home. MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top

of your warranty.

FLOORING | TARION.COM Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results.

ENROLLING NEW HOMES

Effective February 1, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (“HCRA”) assumed Tarion’s previous role of licensing new home vendors and builders. This means that a person who plans to build or sell a new home in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA and that the HCRA is responsible for granting new licence applications and renewing

existing licences.

CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

AN OUTLINE OF YOUR WARRANTY In addition to deposit protection and delayed closing compensation, homeowners may be entitled to the following: One Year Warranty Two Year Warranty Seven Year Warranty One Year Warranty

BUILDERLINK

Tarion Builder Services Application. Enrol homes and manage your warranty service with just a few clicks! Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: CRITICAL DATES CALCULATOR To complete the first page of the Addendum, which is a Statement of Critical Dates, the first step is to select the appropriate type of sales transaction: Freehold Firm; Freehold Tentative; Condominium Firm; or Condominium Tentative. WALL AND CEILING FINISH Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results. TARION.COM LANDING PAGE Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results.

TARION'S MYHOME

Tarion My-Home. MyHome for Homeowners. Whether you own a newly built freehold home or a condominium unit, MyHome will help you stay on top

of your warranty.

FLOORING | TARION.COM Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results.

ENROLLING NEW HOMES

Effective February 1, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (“HCRA”) assumed Tarion’s previous role of licensing new home vendors and builders. This means that a person who plans to build or sell a new home in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA and that the HCRA is responsible for granting new licence applications and renewing

existing licences.

CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results. IS MY BUILDER REGISTERED? We recently left a card on your door because we received information indicating that your builder may not be registered with Tarion and/or that your home may not be enrolled with Tarion. As stated in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, all Ontario builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion to build and sell homes legally in

Ontario.

AN OUTLINE OF YOUR WARRANTY In addition to deposit protection and delayed closing compensation, homeowners may be entitled to the following: One Year Warranty Two Year Warranty Seven Year Warranty One Year Warranty

BUILDERLINK

Tarion Builder Services Application. Enrol homes and manage your warranty service with just a few clicks! Register today and take advantage of all benefits of BuilderLink: CRITICAL DATES CALCULATOR To complete the first page of the Addendum, which is a Statement of Critical Dates, the first step is to select the appropriate type of sales transaction: Freehold Firm; Freehold Tentative; Condominium Firm; or Condominium Tentative. WALL AND CEILING FINISH Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results. HOMEOWNERS LANDING PAGE You’ve decided on a new home and you’re ready to buy. There’s a lot to do and know from the moment you sign a purchase agreement to when you finally move in. Fortunately, we’ve got you covered.

ENROLLING NEW HOMES

Effective February 1, 2021, the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (“HCRA”) assumed Tarion’s previous role of licensing new home vendors and builders. This means that a person who plans to build or sell a new home in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA and that the HCRA is responsible for granting new licence applications and renewing

existing licences.

LANDSCAPING / SITE FINISHES Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results.

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To send us an e-mail, please complete all of the required fields below, which are indicated with an asterisk *. To submit documents electronically, please use MyHome You can also e-mail us directly at customerservice@tarion.com.

REGISTRAR BULLETINS

Tarion’s operational policy statements are called Registrar Bulletins. While in many cases the bulletin content is prescriptive (setting out rules), some bulletins are more informational. Tarion’s Registrar Bulletins are enforced through the vendor builder agreements that applicants sign upon qualification for enrolment or enrolment. PLUMBING | TARION.COM Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results. WARRANTY ENROLMENT FEES For new homes, the vendor or builder pays the warranty enrolment fee to Tarion as a term and condition of an Enrolment Confirmation. For freehold homes, the fee is payable on or before the date the building permit for the home is issued. For condominium projects, the fee is payable at least 30 days before construction begins.

EXTERIOR FINISHING

Search Help. Search looks for exact, case-insensitive keywords; keywords shorter than a minimum length are ignored. Use upper-case OR to get more results. THREE THINGS OWNERS OF A RESALE "NEW" HOME SHOULD KNOW ABOUT. Whether you own a new home or condo, are considering buying one, or just love to dream about it, the Open Door blog is here to share stories that can help you protect what is likely the biggest investment of your life.. The Open Door blog is published by Tarion, a non-profit corporation that administers Ontario’s New Home Warranty Plan and registers all new home builders in Ontario. TARION REQUIREMENTS FOR RECEIPT AND RELEASE OF SECURITY Page 5 of 13 Once the builder’s equity (per unit) and their Suggested Minimum Equity (per unit) are calculated, the two are compared. The result is Skip to main content I need help with...  Builder Directory

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