T.R. from Sarasota County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, I just moved into a large condo complex here in Venice and have a service dog (emotional support). The dog has been approved by the Board of Directors. However, a couple of residents on my floor don’t like the idea of me having a service dog….
Month: January 2022
Condo Exterior Maintenance Responsibility
J.A. from Franklin County, Pennsylvania writes: Dear Mister Condo, Who is responsible for cleaning and maintenance on the exterior of a condo (siding, gutters, driveways)? Mister Condo replies: J.A., condominium exteriors are typically owned and maintained by the association. There are exceptions such as limited common elements that are maintained by the owners who have…
Paving Special Assessment is not a Reserve Fund Builder
B.A. from Oakland County, Michigan writes: Dear Mister Condo, For 2 years we have paid a special assessment for new roads/parking areas within our complex. The board has collected the money and placed it in a Reserve Account. It has come to our attention that more than enough has been collected in the first 18…
Reservation of Condo/HOA Common Areas
D.M. from Monroe County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can an individual member privately reserve (book) a common area? Mister Condo replies: D.M., common areas are under the control of the Board and their use is described by the association’s governing documents and managed by the Board. If the rules are silent on the subject,…