When you are buying a new home, there are many details to consider. Rarely do you think about whether the structure itself is going to be sound – that is a given. Isn’t it?
To build and sell new homes, builders in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA – in fact, it’s the law. However, licensing is more than a legal requirement.
In Ontario, anyone building or selling a new home is required to hold a valid licence with the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA).
In this edition of the Home Front, we’re breaking down some of the principles of the Code of Ethics that set standards of service that licensees are expected to follow.
The Home Construction Regulatory Authority licenses and regulates the people and companies who build and sell new homes in Ontario. What do we mean by “new home”?
Research shows most homebuyers have good relationships with their builder and are satisfied with the results. However, In rare cases, consumers do not have to simply accept bad behaviour.
Buying a new home is one of the largest purchases anyone can make. New home buyers should feel comfortable and supported throughout the process.
To build and sell new homes, builders in Ontario must be licensed by the HCRA – in fact, it’s the law. However, licensing is more than a legal requirement.
