Contingency-fund study and maintenance logbook for small divided co-ownerships of 12 units or fewer, in Greater Montréal. All-inclusive flat fee, starting at $1,900.
Exactly what Loi 16 and its regulation require. Nothing more, nothing less. Produced per ASTM E1557 (UniFormat II) and signed by an OIQ-member engineer.
Full visual inspection of common areas, component condition assessment, and collection of the technical data feeding the next two deliverables.
25-year projection of major maintenance expenses and recommended contributions. Three strategic scenarios to guide the board's decision.
Structured, regulation-compliant register of building components, ready for your syndicate to maintain annually.
More and more buyers, brokers and notaries require an up-to-date contingency-fund study and maintenance logbook before closing. If your co-ownership isn't Loi 16-compliant yet, we produce the full package — often paired with our rush service to meet your sale timeline.
Not a flat rate regardless of size. Three transparent all-inclusive packages, travel within Greater Montréal included.
Firm prices, no surprises. Includes all three deliverables and travel within Greater Montréal.
We move your mandate to the front of the queue and deliver the study and logbook in under 2 weeks after the inspection.
For a small co-ownership, most firms apply a model built for large towers. Here's the concrete difference.
| Criteria | CoPro16 | Traditional firm |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | By size, from $1,900 | Flat rate, often higher |
| Turnaround | 2 to 6 weeks | 7 to 8 months |
| Focus | Small co-ownerships (≤ 12 units) | All sizes, large towers first |
| Deliverables | Signed PDF + editable Excel logbook | 100+ page PDF report |
| OIQ engineer signature | Included | Included |
| Bilingual at no extra cost | Yes | Often an add-on |
| Board walkthrough call | Included | Rarely |
Comparison based on the current market offering for small co-ownerships. Other firms' timelines and pricing vary.
Built for the volunteer boards of small co-ownerships. No unnecessary jargon, no services sold beyond what the law requires.
From inspection day to final delivery. Not the 7 or 8 months you'll see elsewhere.
One firm price quoted upfront. No add-ons, no surprises.
Per the Regulation on contingency-fund studies and maintenance logbooks. Signed by an OIQ-member engineer.
French deliverables by default, English version on request at no extra cost.
Three clear financing trajectories — status quo, progressive ramp-up, immediate correction — with side-by-side comparison.
Loi 16 requires a refresh every 5 years. We'll be available for your next cycles, no commitment.
CoPro16 was founded by two engineers who lived through Loi 16 as co-owners themselves. We know exactly what existing services were missing — and we built ours accordingly.
Civil engineering studies · Construction project management
Vincent oversees operations and deliverable production. His civil engineering background and on-site project experience guide the technical analysis of building components and the rigor of cost estimates.
Mechanical engineering and law studies
Antoine combines technical expertise with a clear grasp of the legal framework around Québec co-ownership. He validates each deliverable's compliance with the Civil Code and the Loi 16 regulation.
Professional signature. Every contingency-fund study and every maintenance logbook is produced under the responsibility of an engineer who is a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ), in accordance with article 1071 al. 2 of the Civil Code of Québec and the Regulation on contingency-fund studies and maintenance logbooks of a divided co-ownership.
Our process is designed to minimize your board's time investment and maximize the clarity of the final decision.
You contact us via form, email, phone, or by booking directly in our calendar. We confirm the package applicable to your co-ownership, send a written quote, and schedule the inspection date. This first step typically closes within 7 business days.
Documents to gather for the visit: declaration of co-ownership, available plans, latest financial statements, history of major works.
Our inspector arrives on-site on the agreed date. They document the condition of every visible common-area component, take the required measurements and photos, and complete a structured intake form that feeds directly into the study and logbook production. The visit takes two to four hours depending on building size.
The inspection is visual (AIBQ standard): no exploratory openings, no destructive intervention. A board representative is welcome to accompany the inspector.
From the collected data, we produce the contingency-fund study (25-year projection, three strategic scenarios, comparative analysis) and the maintenance logbook (component inventory, capital works plan, preventive maintenance schedule, intervention log). Everything is reviewed by the signing engineer before delivery.
ASTM E1557 (UniFormat II) classification, costs indexed at 3 % per year, taxes included in the financial projections.
We deliver the study as a signed PDF and the logbook as an editable Excel file, alongside an executive summary of the recommendations. We then offer a 30-minute video call with the board to walk through the scenarios, answer questions, and help prepare the presentation for the assembly.
English version of the deliverables on request at no extra cost. Refreshes available every 5 years (Loi 16 requirement).
We're just starting with our first syndicates and will publish their feedback here as soon as their mandates wrap. In the meantime, here's what shapes our offer.
We founded CoPro16 after receiving a 117-page report for our own triplex, at a price that didn't reflect the building's size, with cost figures that didn't hold up to scrutiny. We knew there was a better way to serve small co-ownerships.Vincent Murphy et Antoine Brochu Co-founders, CoPro16
Every syndicate of divided co-ownership in Québec, without exception. Since 15 August 2025, art. 1071 al. 2 of the Civil Code of Québec requires the board of directors to obtain a study from an authorized professional. Existing co-ownerships have until 14 August 2028 to comply.
2 to 6 weeks after the inspection, depending on building complexity. The usual market runs anywhere from 30 days to 8 months; we're at the fast end thanks to our automated process and standardized templates per the UniFormat II norm.
Because it's fair. A 3-unit building takes less work than an 18-unit one, and you shouldn't pay the same. Most firms in the market charge a uniform rate regardless of size; we don't think that's fair, so we built our grid accordingly.
For now, we focus on small co-ownerships (≤ 12 units), where the current market offering is the least well-suited. If your building is larger, we'll happily refer you to trusted partners.
An engineer in good standing with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ), per the requirement of the Regulation on contingency-fund studies and maintenance logbooks.
The board sets the contribution levels based on our recommendations, implements the preventive maintenance schedule, and updates the logbook annually. Loi 16 requires the study to be refreshed every 5 years; we're available for the next cycle.
Yes. Deliverables are produced in French by default; an English version is available on request at no additional cost. We communicate in your language of choice throughout the mandate.
Yes. Our priority service delivers the study and logbook in under 2 weeks after the inspection, for a $750 surcharge on any package. Ideal when a sale, a refinancing, or an assembly imposes a tight deadline.
Yes. Many buyers, brokers and notaries ask for an up-to-date contingency-fund study and maintenance logbook before closing. If your co-ownership isn't Loi 16-compliant yet, we produce the full package, often paired with our rush service to meet your timeline.
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