L.M. from Hartford County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our condo association has decided to allow antennas and dishes outside the units. In doing so, they require a deposit of $150 to cover any damage when you sell. They are putting this money in with other funds and using the money. Should the money be…
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Damage Inspection Cost Passed to Condo Owner
S.V. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, A leak occurred in the basement, which is common; we found out it was a unit owner and we had a contractor come out to investigate. We have passed along the bill from the contractor for coming out and investigating the area and identifying it was…
Condo Owner’s Insurance Won’t Pay for Neighbor’s Damage
M.N. from San Diego County, California writes: Dear Mister Condo, My neighbor’s bathroom ceiling got mold and damage and a cracked ceiling. My plumber came over and found the problem was from leaking inside of my bathroom valve. I called insurance to file a claim and they approve to fix my bathroom, but denied to…
Condo Not Likely Liable for Lightning Damage
B.H. from Sarasota County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, If an outside AC unit is damaged by a lightning strike is the Association liable for the repairs? Mister Condo replies: B.H., I am sorry your air conditioner took a lightning strike. I have to say that is a little too common in Florida, isn’t it?…