T.K. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have 2 outdoor pools. For the past 2 years, 1 pool has been closed – no reason given. This year, none of the pools are opened. I was planning on attending the yearly board meeting that was to begin at 7 pm last evening. However,…
Month: March 2018
Condo Insurance Won’t Cover Plumber’s Damage to Unit
M.C. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our plumber installed a dishwasher improperly and water leaked under the floor, destroying the laminate and ceiling tiles in lower room. Asbestos was found in vinyl under laminate and must be removed. The plumber is taking responsibility. Our insurer insists that this damage, restricted to inside our…
Service Animals at the Condo Pool!
A.F. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We are a pet friendly condo. However, we do have common areas like our pool deck that does not allow pets. I like dogs but more and more residents are turning up on the pool deck with their ESA dogs, its turning into a dog park –…
Underfunded Condo Association Leaves Common Area Repair to New Owner
S.M. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, One year ago, an owner financed the sale of condo. Now the new owner says there is a serious drainage problem outside back sliding doors. He asked the HOA to fix the problem but there is no money available to do so. The HOA gave the…