Two landlords in two separate cities are facing substantial fines for building code violations, proving shortcuts can be costly.
A property owner in St. Catherines, Ont., was ordered to pay $8,000 for fire code violations and will also face probation.
“When the court issues a probation order it’s a reflection of the seriousness of the violations,” Fire Chief Dave Wood told local publication, Niagara this Week. “Property owners are responsible for making sure their tenants are safe at home and we have zero tolerance for those who continually neglect their responsibilities. Fire alarms and extinguishers have to work when lives are at risk.”
In a separate case, an Alberta landlord – who had previously been warned about building violations – was fined over $20,000.
In that instance, the owner ignored warnings to address improperly-sized basement windows as well as fire alarm installations.
“All of these things are about minimizing safety risk so someone can escape in case of fire,” Judge Mike Dinkel said during sentencing, according to the Calgary Herald. “The interconnected alarm is so people upstairs can get out. These are pretty crucial things. You don’t want to follow them just to fulfill them, but because they save lives.”
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