The owner of Unit 301, Ms. Emily Chen, in Strata Plan BCS1234 located in Vancouver, is frequently playing loud music late at night, disturbing her neighbours. After receiving several complaints, the Strata Council of BCS1234 issues a bylaw enforcement notice to Ms. Chen. What is the maximum single fine the Strata Corporation can levy against Ms. Chen for a continuing contravention under the Strata Property Act, assuming the bylaws do not specify a lower amount?

Question: The owner of Unit 301, Ms. Emily Chen, in Strata Plan BCS1234 located in Vancouver, is frequently playing loud music late at night, disturbing her neighbours. After receiving several complaints, the Strata Council of BCS1234 issues a bylaw enforcement notice to Ms. Chen. What is the maximum single fine the Strata Corporation can levy against Ms. Chen for a continuing contravention under the Strata Property Act, assuming the bylaws do not specify a lower amount?

Answer options: ✅ $200

• $50
• $500
• $100

Correct answer: $200

Explanation: Section 132(1) of the Strata Property Act allows a strata corporation to fine an owner up to $200 for a contravention of a bylaw (if the strata corporation's bylaws set out a fine). This amount can be levied every 7 days for a continuing contravention.