S.M. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, What should I do if I am forced to move my car because of a misprint on the Association’s file regarding my assigned parking space? I’ve been parking in the same assigned spot for about fifteen years. Recently, I was told that I have to move…
Month: August 2014
Condo Self Management Laws
D.K. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, What is the law about self management for a condo association in Connecticut? Mister Condo replies: D.K., as far as I know, there aren’t any laws about self-management for condo associations in Connecticut. In fact, many successful condominiums and HOAs are self-managed. They still need to…
Is A Lawyer Needed for Condo Rule Changes?
D.U. from Fairfield County writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in a small association that is thinking of making rule changes. Do we need to retain a lawyer to draft them or can we do them ourselves? Mister Condo replies: D.U., the short answer is that it depends on exactly what kinds of changes you…
Minimum Payment to Association Reserve Fund Law?
R.B. from Litchfield County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Is there a state of Connecticut law which requires a minimum payment to the Association Reserve account? Mister Condo replies: R.B., at this time, there is no state law mandating that common interest communities like condominiums, co-operatives, time shares, or homeowner’s associations (HOAs) make minimum annual contributions…