Glossary

Red Deer condo glossary.

Plain-English definitions for the terms that show up in condo documents, offers, and listing conversations.

TermMeaning
Reserve fund studyA professional forecast of major common-property repairs and replacement costs.
Reserve fund planThe corporation's plan for how reserve fund contributions will pay for projected repairs.
Special assessmentAn additional owner charge used when regular funds are not enough for a project or obligation.
Unit factorThe share used to divide certain condo costs and voting interests among units.
Exclusive useCommon property an owner is allowed to use, such as a stall, balcony, or storage area.
Bare land condoA condominium structure where the land parcel is the unit and owners often carry more exterior responsibility.
Estoppel certificateA document confirming key account and corporation details, often used in a sale.
Condo document conditionAn offer condition allowing buyer review of condominium documents before committing.