Ontario courts have recently grappled with whether the closure of open building permits can be requisitioned as a title matter. In the case of EPRF Holdings Ltd. v Fergus Bloor Inc., the court ruled that an outstanding building permit constituted a valid objection to title, obligating the vendor to resolve it or provide title insurance. The Court of Appeal upheld this decision, emphasizing the purchaser's right to avoid risks associated with open permits. This case highlights the need for clearer contractual terms regarding open building permits in real estate transactions.
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