C.G. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We had our chimney cleaned recently and the company that did it found that the prefab liner is constructed of an insulated metal chimney pipe, the metal chimney pipe was improperly connected to the fireplace unit and the HOA says is our responsibility to fix it….
Month: May 2016
Is Overhanging Condo Roof “Immediately Adjoining”?
G.B. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live on a fourth floor, end unit. The third floor roof extends beyond the dimensions of my unit. I am preparing to request a grant from our trustees for exclusive use of the limited common space on the rooftop above the third floor unit, adjacent…
Smoked Out by Renting Condo Neighbors
J.M. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have a rule at our condo that states “no noxious or offensive activity shall be carried on in any unit or in the common areas; nor shall anything be done willfully or negligently which may be or become an annoyance or nuisance to the other…
Co-op Tenant Unhappy with Unit Condition and Lack of Maintenance
T.R. from Fairfield County writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have rented a unit in a Co-op for 10 years and all the windows leak causing major damage over the years. In addition, the bathroom has had a leak since before I rented and still exists. Due to the leaks, I have never been able to…