S.N. from Montgomery County, Ohio writes: Dear Mister Condo, I recently moved to a new condo. At my last condo, the roof leaked and I was responsible for the drywall damage inside. I’m trying to understand how I could avoid this at my new place. I have no idea the condition of my roof and…
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Condo Garage Door Damage Repair Responsibility
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…
Homeowner’s Insurance May Cover Cost of Forced Move Out During Association Repairs
M.M. from New London County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I’m asking this question on behalf of my coworker who will be forced to leave her condo for three months while they repair the foundation. Who is responsible for the costs associated; rent storage and moving fees? She has an 84-year-old father living with her…
Owner Installs New Storm Door; HOA Won’t Repair Old Trim
J.B. from Ocean County, New Jersey writes: Dear Mister Condo, I recently had a new storm door installed at my expense. The trim around the door is peeling Is that my responsibility or the HOA? Mister Condo replies: J.B., regardless of who installed the storm door, the ownership of the trim is likely the association,…