Documents to Obtain Prior to Writing an Offer on  Condo

In Alberta, condominium refers to an ownership style, not a property style.
Condominiums can include:

• Apartments

• Townhomes

• Detached dwellings

• Commercial or industrial properties

• Bare land projects

Regardless of property type, condominiums involve shared ownership governed by the Condominium Property Act.
When representing a buyer considering a condominium purchase, it is critical to gather specific documents before writing an offer to better inform the transaction and set appropriate expectations.

Checklist: Documents to Obtain Before Writing an Offer on a Condominium

This checklist is for REALTORS® working with buyers interested in any condominium property (apartment, townhome, detached condo, bare land, or commercial). These documents should be obtained and reviewed prior to writing an offer whenever possible to protect your client and ensure a smoother transaction.

✅ 1. Current Land Title (Required)

• Legal description of the unit

• Registered owner(s)

• Unit factor

• Encumbrances (mortgages, caveats, liens, etc.)

• Dower rights consideration

✅ 2. Condominium Additional Plan Sheet (CAD Sheet)

• Most recent registered slate of directors

• Date of most recent bylaws registration

• Access to registered bylaws

✅ 3. Registered Condominium Bylaws

• Confirm buyer eligibility (age, pets, usage restrictions)

• Note red flags or lifestyle conflicts

✅ 4. Condominium Survey Plan

• Unit layout and boundaries

• Location of parking and storage (if titled or assigned)

Optional (If Available):

Notes:

• Condo documents should be reviewed by a qualified document review company, not the REALTOR®.

• When any restrictions, encumbrances, or red flags arise, ensure they are disclosed and discussed before writing the offer.

• Document access may involve upfront cost, but protects the client and enhances your professional standard.

For branded document templates, policy references, or to upload this checklist to your drive, visit: [Internal Google Drive Hub > Condo Resources Folder]

Questions? Contact Management or your Broker for guidance.

This checklist is for internal use by Greater Calgary Real Estate REALTORS®.