G.H. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our 80-unit mid-rise condo was built in 2008. It is fully owner occupied and the reserve fund is 70% funded. The building is designated a 55+ community by local zoning regulations. It is a highly desirable, very well built (steel, 9 inch concrete floors and steel…
Month: May 2014
For the Dogs – HOA Rules or City Ordinance?
J.M. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, If a City Ordinance says dogs must be leashed/tethered, can the HOA enforce you to only have dog on a leash and not securely tied up outside. Mister Condo replies: J.M., depending on local laws and the rules of the HOA, the city ordinance may…
Condo Association Turns off Boiler Too Early!
R.J. from Middlesex County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, My condo fees include heat and hot water. On May 1, 2014 the management company (I assume with Board’s permission) turned off the heat in all 220 units in our complex without any notice. It still gets cold at night but now there is no heat…
Two Months Common Fees at Condo Closing… Why?
K.K. from Windham County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Is it a state requirement to charge 2 month’s condo fees at closing or is it up to the developer to determine whether to charge one, two or no fees at closing? Mister Condo replies: K.K., I am not aware of any requirement for a developer to…