Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 4 Exam Practice

Which condition must be met for a buyer to alter a heritage property?

1. Municipal council approval is required for any alterations

2. No approval is required for interior changes

3. Written consent from the property seller

4. Approval from a heritage society

5. Approval from the previous owner

6. Approval from a neighborhood committee

The correct answer is: Municipal council approval is required for any alterations

For a buyer to alter a heritage property, municipal council approval is necessary because heritage properties are protected by local heritage conservation laws and policies. These regulations are in place to preserve the historical and cultural significance of such properties, ensuring that any modifications do not compromise their integrity or heritage values. Municipal councils typically assess proposed changes to ensure that they align with preservation guidelines and community standards. This process not only protects the architectural features of the heritage site but also respects its historical context within the community. The other options do not align with the established protocols for altering heritage properties. Interior changes may sometimes not require approvals, but significant alterations typically do. Written consent from the property seller, approval from a heritage society, a neighborhood committee, or the previous owner are not standard requirements in the context of altering a heritage property, as the governing regulations primarily fall under municipal jurisdiction.