It also says here on their website now "Underground connection to Fairview mall" http://emeraldcitylife.ca/emerald-city-1.php

I found out from my PDI session. They said that you can access the mall using the TTC underground access, but then again you have to pay everytime you access TTC subway. I even remember the sales lady Karen also said that it will have direct underground access to the mall. An old lady was...

Didn't they advertise that there will be a direct underground access to the mall in addition to the subway access? I just learned that there is no direct undeground access to the mall. Is this true?? :(

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I received mine via email with a PDF attachment. If I were you I would email her again.

Sure. Please PM me the info. Thanks. Do you know how many inches they drop the ceiling to accomodate the LED potlights? Do you know how much more you pay on hydro with all the potlights?

How much did you pay to install LED potlights in your condo? Can you refer the contractor to me? :)

Will any renovations and changes made to the condo within the Tarion warranty period void the warranty?? To be specific, I want to get rid of the popcorn ceiling, add LED lighting under the cabinets, painting the walls, and maybe crown moulding. Also, do you know if we can install pot lights...

Thanks Probey. I don't know. I don't think so. My occupancy is on mid December. It's about 20 something days from the PDI. I don't know the usual rate for home inspector. Ancea recommended to me that home inspector and I think his fee is very competitive.

Hi Ancea, I called the home inspector and he charges $200 plus HST for a condo. Cheaper than Mike Holmes for sure.

I received my PDI appointment date today :) I am still thinking whether I should hire an inspector or not :(

The dates that we received is the Firm Occupancy Date, is it not? So if my Firm Occupancy date is in December 2013 and the builder is going to delay it again, the 90 notice is supposed to be given to me 90 days from the Firm Occupancy date, or 90 days from the new date?

Thanks for the input. Natalie from Emerald has confirmed that you are allowed to bring your own home inspector.

Goodie for both of you to know someone that know the codes and etc hence you don't have to pay for it. I don't know anyone so yeah :( Do you guys know how much we can be picky on all things that we see?

We know that "googling" is the most common way to look for an answer, but not always the best way. I am looking for a reference through personal or business dealing that one can vouch for. I didn't know about the 30 day report, and that is good to know.

Anyone knows good home inspector for the pre delivery inspection day? Mike Holmes inspection services charges $400 plus for this service which is outrageous.

Thanks, Ancea I contacted the lawyer and he is asking about $1900. I found one that is cheaper than that. On the side note, when do we have to pay the land transfer tax?

Hi Ancea, any update on the lawyer info? My timing is shorter due to I am on the lower floor than you :)

Natalie from Emerald told me that they will be providing a checklist for us. Should we go with their checklist, or are there any checklists out here that we can print and bring it with us? Is it worth to hire a contractor or home inspector on the day of the inspection?