Dear Actyve,
The OC is going to approve the Acorn Stairlift. Main rationale:
We understand the OC has an ‘legal’ obligation under elements of the Anti-discrimination Act (Disabled persons) (not the exact name of the Act!!), to do what may be necessary to permit an existing owner from continuing to enjoy their property.
We deemed the access, width of the staircase, after construction of the stairlift to be ‘reasonable’ because the available access width was just 15mm less than the width of the common front access door to the lobby. ie: we are talking 850mm v 865. The By-Law will transfer all financial obligations to the unit owner now and for the future. It includes an Indemnity for Insurance for negligence. The Stairlift can be used by all residents who use the actual stairs.
Hope this helps. Please ask for anything else specific.