B.S. from Rhode Island writes: Dear Mister Condo, We live in one of four stand-alone condo units here in RI. Our neighbors have bought the abandoned fourth cottage and are setting about to do a total remodel on the unit. My question is, if they hire friends to do the work instead of a licensed,…
Month: December 2015
Condo Will Not Renew Leases For Tenants With Pets
H.S. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Recently, our board had the manager send out a letter informing all people who rent units in our condo that when their lease was up that, if they have a dog or cat in the unit, they will no longer be able to lease that unit…
Pet Owners Dismayed Over New Condo Rules
D.R. from Fairfield County writes: Dear Mister Condo, The condo board at my complex is considering charging a monthly fee to anybody that has an “indoor/outdoor” pet because they appear to be upset about dog urine harming grass in the common areas. Our declaration and bylaws state that a single pet is permitted and that…
Condo Buyers Inspection Report vs. Association Responsibility
J.R. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our association is working diligently to do maintenance projects as fast as we can in a complex built in 70’s without burdening owners more than reasonable. We raised fees $50 two years ago. We schedule needed common area upkeep at a responsible rate. We have had a…