L.P. from Michigan writes: Dear Mister Condo, Damage was found to a common element (garage door). The co-owner claims the damage was there when purchased in November of 2017, but never reported the damage to the board and no report of the damage was reported by the previous owner. Verbally, the co-owner stated the inspection…
Month: April 2020
Fire Marshal’s Right to Inspect Condo Buildings
P.D. from New London County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have received a letter from our local fire marshal requesting a date for him to visit our complex. He wishes to inspect our units to ascertain that the smoke detectors are working and to look for potential problems such as daisy-chained extension cords and…
Construction Contractor Trashes Neighboring Condo Unit
S.T. from Bergen County, New Jersey writes: Dear Mister Condo, Construction work was being done at the unit below my condo and debris/dust came through the vent and made a huge mess of my condo. When I told the building supervisor, he advised me to send the management company an email with pictures. I did…
U.S. Flag Display Rights of Condo Owners
L.P. from Michigan writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have a service in our area run by the Kiwanis club displaying an American Flag on special holidays about 6-8 times a year. The service is a private pay and the club provides the flag. The holders are on common grounds, approved by the association membership and…