H.A. from Hartford County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, My condo board meets 10 times a year. However, time sensitive questions often come up between meetings. Under those circumstances the secretary notes in the minutes that the board voted by e-mail. Somehow or other I think there’s more to it. How can I lead the…
Month: March 2013
Getting Pooped On By Neighbors At Condo Common Grounds
T.L. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our condominium documents state that there is a 20 lb. limit is for each dog. I would assume that the reason is because of barking as well as dog waste. Residents of my condo appear to be following the rules but trespassers to the grounds often bring…
Condo Board Won’t Seek FHA Certification
R.P. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, How can I persuade or threaten my condo board to apply for FHA certification so I can get a reverse mortgage? Mister Condo replies: R.P., let’s stick with persuasion tactics. Generally speaking, FHA certification is good for all unit owners within a condo. It makes for…
How Do We Add Sanctions Against Rule-Breaking Condo Owners?
G.S. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, How do we, as a condo, add sanctions to our bylaws for unit owners disobeying rules? Mister Condo replies: G.S., voluntary compliance with condo rules and regulations is the goal of every great community association. It seems a simple enough principal that people who agreed…