S.D. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, The board wants to replace porches that were built 11 years ago according to City Code. I hired an architect and discussed this with the city and they agree that they are not dangerous. Yes, codes have changed but this would be grandfathered in. I keep…
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Condo’s Handicapped Parking Only Available to Visitors
M.M. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, My parents and sister live in a condo with 2 spaces allowed for each condo, the garage and the space in front of the garage. The rest of the spaces are for visitors. However, my father just got diagnosed with lymphoma and has been given a…
Condo Flood Insurance Inadequately Provided
C.C. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, My association refuses to increase its flood insurance. I want to sell my unit. the cost of individual policies are high. It would be more cost effective to raise the whole building cost but they won’t. Do I have any options? Mister Condo replies: C.C., I…
Can a Person Suing the Condo Association Serve on its Board?
L.W. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our Homeowners Association is currently being sued by an individual who is neither an owner nor a renter. This individual is a live-in who lives with the owner of the condo in which they currently reside. The person who has sued the HOA now wants to…