Indeed. The motion referred to was a subsequent motion to reinstate a pilot program for landlord licensing. The overall recommendation from the CPSC (Community and Protective Services committee) was approved which did not want landlord licensing. Menard and King tried to reintroduce this. At CPSC, Fleury tried the same thing.

As you say, the existing mechanisms will continue BUT there will be focus (including additional staff) on problem buildings. They will focus initially on the 223 problem buildings which generate about 25% (!!!) of the by-law complaints.

They have added an additional aspect. If your building receives a complaint and is justified then the re-inspection remains free but any subsequent re-inspection due to failure to fully remedy will be a $500 fee. This goes into effect shortly in the new year.

If you have a violation then the proposed by-law will add you to publicly searchable database.

There will also be a new property management bylaw which will require landlords to review and sign off with the tenant on instructions dealing with things such as parking and garbage. Intent is that the fine will go whomever actually causes the violation.

Finally, the city will be adding a rental consumer protection web site to help tenants with knowledge and rights.