not sure what that foundation permit means but...
In other news, i got a call the other day asking for proof of a mortgage application approval. I went into the office and overheard her saying that because of the economic downtown they are requiring confirmation from everybody that they can pay for their condo. I assume others have received this call as well. This might indicate that things are moving along but it also indicates uncertainty on the developer's part in being able to profit from this development.
I'm assuming that most condo's don't end up doing this because if anyone defaults on their contract (i.e. aren't able to get a mortgage) they can simply sell to someone new, quickly. Requiring this indicates to me that they are less confident in being able to quickly sell units once the condo goes up.
As a worst case, (and this is just pure speculation), the developers are having trouble securing financing and their creditors have asked them for more security on their investment.
any thoughts?
rob