Ms. Chen owns a condominium unit in a divided co-ownership in Sherbrooke. She wants to install an electric vehicle charging station in her parking space, which is designated as a common portion for restricted use. What must Ms. Chen generally obtain before proceeding with the installation?

Question: Ms. Chen owns a condominium unit in a divided co-ownership in Sherbrooke. She wants to install an electric vehicle charging station in her parking space, which is designated as a common portion for restricted use. What must Ms. Chen generally obtain before proceeding with the installation?

Answer options: ✅ The authorization of the syndicate of co-owners.

• A permit from the municipality of Sherbrooke.
• The written consent of all adjacent co-owners.
• An updated certificate of location for her unit.

Correct answer: The authorization of the syndicate of co-owners.

Explanation: Any modification to a common portion, even a common portion for restricted use, generally requires authorization from the syndicate of co-owners, as outlined in the Declaration of Co-ownership and Article 1067 of the Civil Code of Québec.