Finding a condo that allows smoking can be challenging in today’s market, as many strata corporations have implemented no-smoking bylaws. However, some buildings in Victoria still permit smoking within units and/or on balconies or common property. In this post, we provide a list of smoking-friendly strata condos for those who prioritize this feature. Buyers should verify current bylaws, as rules may change over time. Whether you're a smoker or simply looking for a building with more relaxed policies, this guide will help you navigate your options.
Unknown bylaw regarding smoking
smoking prohibited in interior common areas (lobby, hallways, elevator)
not clear on interior strata unit or balcony (limited common property)
Permitted in strata lots, Unit or Balcony as long as you don't cause nuisance.
Smoking permitted in the outside uncovered parking lot.
Smoking permitted in strata lot, balcony, outdoors. Not allowed in interior common property.
Unknown strata bylaws specific to smoking.
Bylaws don't specify.
Not on common property or balcony, owner must ensure smoke from inside strata lot does not disturb other strata lots.
Nothing specific in rules about smoking
Standard bylaws, residents must not discard of smoking materials on common property. Nothing restricting smoking in units or balcony.
Standard provincial bylaws with no mention regarding smoking.
No smoking common areas. Perhaps permitted in strata lot and balconies.
Standard provincial bylaws, no specifc mentions restricting smoking.
May not smoke anywhere in common property. Strata lots and balconies are not restricted.
No bylaws restricting smoking.
No bylaws specific to restricing smoking.
Must not smoke in hallway or covered common property. Strata lot and balconies permitted.
Permitted outside of common property
No smoking on interior of common property. Bylaws do not restrict smoking in strata unit or balcony.
No smoking on interior of common property. Bylaws do not restrict smoking in strata unit or balcony.
Bylaws do not address smoking in any way.
Bylaws do not address smoking in any way.
Permitted inside strata lot. Not allowed on common property.
Permitted inside strata lot. Not allowed on common property.
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