S.O. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, When a new owner renovates – without any discussion with the board/management and does things that should not have been done – what can board do? Can they make them halt, and make them put it back to the way it was, and if so how?…
Month: July 2017
Condo Sump Pump Requirement
D.H. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Is each condo legally required to have its own sump pump? We are a 2-unit condo and there is only 1 sump pump for the 2 units. If the sump pump fails/backs up is each unit both liable or just the unit that has the sump…
Late Fees on Condo Special Assessment
R.S. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can late fees be charged on special assessments if the condo documents allow late fees on assessments but do not specifically state late fees are allowed on “special assessments”? Are “special assessment” just assessments when it comes to late fees? Mister Condo replies: R.S., unless your…
Condo Reverse Mortgage Woes
R.H. from Wisconsin writes: Dear Mister Condo, I am president of a condo association. Currently we have 11 existing buildings that are occupied (2 units per building). There still are 7 more buildings that will be built in the coming years. We basically have 58% of the project built and completed. I understand that you…