In a recent ruling by British Columbia's Civil Resolution Tribunal, condo owner Manjit Minhas has been ordered to pay $54,568.99 due to significant plumbing issues caused by his tenant flushing cat litter. The strata council managing the condo building reported that the tenant's actions led to severe water damage in the units below, prompting a claim for reimbursement of the $50,000 insurance deductible. Evidence presented included photographs of cat litter found in the plumbing and confirmation that Minhas' tenant owned three cats. The tribunal concluded that the damage originated from Minhas' unit, making him liable under the condo bylaws, which hold owners responsible for damages caused by their tenants. While the strata's additional claims for about $30,000 in further damages were dismissed, the ruling underscores the importance of tenant actions in determining owner liability.