TENANT TIP:  PROPERTY STANDARDS
 
The cities of Ottawa, Nepean, Gloucester and Vanier all have a property
standards by-law.  This by-law sets out the minimum standards for
properties.  The by-law addresses such things as faulty plumbing and
electricity, leaky windows and roofs, intercoms, garbage chutes and snow
removal. 
 
If you are having problems with any of the above you should first write a
letter to your landlord.  If the landlord fails to rectify the problem
within a reasonable time, you should call property standards.  An
inspector will come out to view the problem and will order your landlord
to do necessary work. 
 
The Federation recently put together a brochure summarizing the Property
Standards by-law.  If you would like a copy please call the Tenants
Hotline at 594-5429.