Some buildings are bad luck from the beginning. Well, more of a bad build rather than bad luck. Shutters @ 66-68 Songhees Rd has been one of the most problematic ondo building in the city. From the beginning there has been nothing but water egress issues as well as sudden water pipes leaks as well as a constant water leak into the parkade, which to date has still not been completely resolved. The final straw came through their insurer who mandated electronic water sensors that sound a blaring alarm when any water or moisture is detected and in case of a leak or flood will turn water off to the affected suite.
This has alleviated the horrendous and constant flooding the building experienced for years but as the building ages it is not certain that this remedy would hold. You will see attractive purchase prices due to this issue.
Shutters looks great on paper with it’s resort-like appearance and amenities. But what lurks below? Along with potential water issues, the local Strata have reputation for being unfair to renters and enforce the bylaws quite vigorously.