I.I. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, What is the most effective size for a condo board of directors? We have 16 units and presently a board of 3 directors. Some feel it would be more diverse and democratic to have a board of an uneven number, probably 5. Looking for support…
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Must Condo Director’s Name be on Condo Title?
W.T. from Delaware writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can a person whose name is not on the property title be on the Board of Directors? Mister Condo replies: W.T., that depends on the condo’s governing documents. Some documents have specific requirements about who is eligible to run and serve on the Board. Some are absolutely silent…
Condo Director Locks Access to Water Shutoff Valves
M.E. from Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can a director of a building lock the access to my main water shutoff valve for my condo unit? I am afraid of in an emergency, we can’t find someone with a key. We are on the second floor and we have people living in the unit below…
Buyer Screening Questions That Shouldn’t Be Asked by a Board of Directors
R.W. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, The screening process for a perspective buyer’s questions and answers are limited. What are some questions the BOD is not allowed to ask you? Mister Condo replies: R.W., the questions are limited for very good reason. The Board does not want to risk being accused…