Strata Manager Sarah, managing Strata Plan NWS 1234 in Burnaby, receives frantic calls about a burst pipe in Unit 302, causing significant water damage to common property hallways and Unit 202 below. Repairs are estimated at $15,000. What immediate action should Sarah recommend to the strata council regarding this emergency repair?

Question: Strata Manager Sarah, managing Strata Plan NWS 1234 in Burnaby, receives frantic calls about a burst pipe in Unit 302, causing significant water damage to common property hallways and Unit 202 below. Repairs are estimated at $15,000. What immediate action should Sarah recommend to the strata council regarding this emergency repair?

Answer options:

• Obtain three competitive quotes before any work begins.
• Wait for the next scheduled council meeting to approve an insurance claim. ✅ Authorize immediate repairs to mitigate further damage, as it's an emergency.
• Instruct the owner of Unit 302 to coordinate all necessary repairs.

Correct answer: Authorize immediate repairs to mitigate further damage, as it's an emergency.

Explanation: Section 85 of the Strata Property Act allows the strata corporation to incur expenses for emergency repairs without a special levy or annual budget approval, as long as it's necessary to ensure safety or prevent significant loss or damage.