D.M. from Indiana writes: Dear Mister Condo, We recently purchased a condo from FHA (foreclosure). It soon became clear the upstairs neighbors were heavy footed, but upon some further investigation, and cooperation with them, that the fibrous concrete subfloor between the units is cracked and causing very loud squeaking and creaking when they just walk…
Month: June 2013
Clarification on Defecation at this Cromwell Condo
J.N. from Middlesex County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Thanks for answering my question about town ordinances and dog walking (https://askmistercondo.com/town-ordinance-allows-for-dog-walking-on-condo-property/)! I live in Cromwell, and here’s a link to the ordinance in question in case you were interested: http://ecode360.com/8826014 It reads as follows: It shall be unlawful for any person owning, keeping, or walking or…
HOA Common Fees Doubled. No Explanation Given.
K.M. from Fairfield County writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in and serve on the Board of a modest-sized shoreline HOA community in Fairfield County that was established in the 1950s. Our neighborhood has always been very close with many of our residents born here, schooled here, and raised here. The past few years have…
Special Assessments 7 Years in a Row!
D.M. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Is it legal to have a special assessment for 7 years in a row? It has caused 2 foreclosures and 2 more units to go up for sale. Mister Condo replies: D.M., I don’t think it is a question of legality as much as it is a…