Window Proposal – For Board Review

Thank you for taking the time to visit this link. I want to start by acknowledging that I understand and respect the Board's role in reviewing changes to the building, and I appreciate the care that goes into protecting our corporation as a whole.

This page was created only to consolidate drawings and information in one place and reduce the need for multiple emails. It is not intended to replace the Board review process. My goal was simply to consolidate information into one place so Board members could review it on their own time and avoid repeated emails or interruptions.

Why this work is being proposed

The proposed window change is a like-for-like material refresh with one minor modernization (a cleaner glass configuration), matched to the building's existing palette. This is limited to only the kitchen window which is almost fully obstructed by balconies / privacy screens and does not change the overall look or symmetry of the building, as seen below.

This work has already been reviewed and approved by Peer Property Management, with the only condition being to leave the shape and brickwork the same, and ensure the same materials are used for the outer frame.

I would like to work collaboratively with the Board to ensure everything is done in full alignment and in the best interest of all shareholders. I also appreciate that my understanding of the formal process may have been incomplete and welcome any guidance on the preferred path moving forward.

Scope at a glance

What is being proposed

✓ Replacing the kitchen window glass and frame
✓ Using aluminum, colour-matched to the existing building
✓ Removing the existing window A/C unit (cleaner exterior)
✓ Installing modern double-pane insulated glass
✓ Installing board-approved privacy lattice, in board-approved colours

What is NOT being proposed

✗ No changes to brickwork or concrete
✗ No changes to the building structure
✗ No change to the window opening size
✗ No changes to any other windows

Visual reference

Tap any image to enlarge.

Figure 1A — Existing

View looking north-west from the property

Figure 1B — Proposed

Same angle with proposed window

Figure 2A — Existing

North-east angle (existing window A/C unit)

Figure 2B — Proposed

North-east angle, A/C unit removed

Figure 3 — Interior

Rough rendering of proposed kitchen interior

Figure 4 — Street view

Visibility from street level is extremely limited

A note from Unit 32: Previous content was created as an attempt to streamline communication and reduce administrative burden. At the time, I mistakenly assumed broader shareholder information-sharing and feedback would be consistent with the community model and culture. It was never intended to replace Board authority, organize opposition, or bypass the review process, and it was never shared beyond the Board itself. It has since been archived.

Direct Contact — Anytime

Michael Cranis · Unit 32, Building C

✉ cranis@gmail.com ☎ 416-998-4768

Contractor and window installation contacts are available on request.

Request additional information

If you’d prefer to send your questions in writing — or list the specific items the Board would like to see — please use the form below. It will be delivered to me directly, and a copy will be sent to you if you provide your email.