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Smoking Friendly Strata Condo Buildings

Dustin Miller
Feb 1, 2025
HomeBlogBuyer TipsSmoking Friendly Strata Condo Buildings

Finding a condo that allows smoking can be challenging in today’s market, as many strata corporations have implemented no-smoking bylaws. However, some buildings in Victoria still permit smoking within units and/or on balconies or common property. In this post, we provide a list of smoking-friendly strata condos for those who prioritize this feature. Buyers should verify current bylaws, as rules may change over time. Whether you're a smoker or simply looking for a building with more relaxed policies, this guide will help you navigate your options.

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1040 Rockland Ave - Chevington Manor

Unknown bylaw regarding smoking

873 Esquimalt Road - Westpoint View

smoking prohibited in interior common areas (lobby, hallways, elevator)
not clear on interior strata unit or balcony (limited common property)

2757 Quadra Street - Westhampton Green

Permitted in strata lots, Unit or Balcony as long as you don't cause nuisance.

1518 Pandora Ave - Forest Hill

Smoking permitted in the outside uncovered parking lot.

79 Gorge Road W - Cedar Shores

Smoking permitted in strata lot, balcony, outdoors. Not allowed in interior common property.

1419 Stadacona Ave - Stadacona Centre

Unknown strata bylaws specific to smoking.

408 Dallas Road - Townhomes

Bylaws don't specify.

1035 Sutlej - Essencia Verde

Not on common property or balcony, owner must ensure smoke from inside strata lot does not disturb other strata lots.

647 Michigan St - Orchard House (leasehold)

Nothing specific in rules about smoking

27 Songhees - The Peninsula

Standard bylaws, residents must not discard of smoking materials on common property. Nothing restricting smoking in units or balcony.

835 Ellery - Fairview Gardens

No smoking common areas. Perhaps permitted in strata lot and balconies.

1969 Oak Bay Ave - Village Walk

Standard provincial bylaws, no specifc mentions restricting smoking.

755 Hillside Ave - Hillcrest Centre

May not smoke anywhere in common property. Strata lots and balconies are not restricted.

520 Dunedin - Churchill Place

No bylaws restricting smoking.

835 Selkirk Ave - Twin Gables

No bylaws specific to restricing smoking.

3157 Tillicum Road - Tillabina Court

Must not smoke in hallway or covered common property. Strata lot and balconies permitted.

899 Darwin - Chelsea Green

Permitted outside of common property

1807 Oak Bay Ave

No smoking on interior of common property. Bylaws do not restrict smoking in strata unit or balcony.

1745 Leighton Road - Harrington House

No smoking on interior of common property. Bylaws do not restrict smoking in strata unit or balcony.

2310 Trent St - Oakview

Bylaws do not address smoking in any way.

1032 Inverness Rd - Inverness Estates

Bylaws do not address smoking in any way.

1025 Inverness Rd - Kensington Terrace

Permitted inside strata lot. Not allowed on common property.

940 Inverness Rd - Victoria

Permitted inside strata lot. Not allowed on common property.

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Dustin Miller

Dustin Miller is the managing broker of 8X Real Estate. When he's not on the road, he is on his computer looking at real estate. You can often find Dustin at his office enjoying a bowl of won-ton soup.

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