R.T. from Charlotte County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, Per declarations, the COA has responsibility for the windows. The only exception is if an owner breaks a window from the inside. One of windows and the entire frame around it developed a severe leak during a wind-driven rain event. The water entered around the frame,…
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Problematic Renter Creates Big Communication Expense for Condo Association
H.S. from Snohomish County, Washington writes: Dear Mister Condo, A number of months ago we hired a new management firm for a 17-unit townhouse condo. The terms seemed reasonable during conversations and going over the contract. It turns out we get charged for any communication, email, phone calls inquiries. Having a problematic renter in our…
Condo Association Attorney Must Report Owner Inquiries to Board
E.P. from Wayne County, Michigan writes: Dear Mister Condo, If some residents want to privately ask questions of the association lawyer regarding the cancellation of the annual meeting (with no cause given), is it the lawyer’s responsibility to notify the Board of Directors? Mister Condo replies: E.P., the association attorney is employed directly by the…
Condo Association Must Be Listed on Certificate of Insurance
C.D. from Broward County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, We are replacing an AC unit with a licensed and insured company and our board wants this insurance certificate to show the building name as lien holder. Our HOA docs clearly state that the resident/not the association is solely responsible for any damage if caused by…