J.E. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Why does the condo board dictate window type if the individual homeowner is responsible for windows but not their siding or roof? Mister Condo replies: J.E., the reason is architectural compliance and it is a bone of contention between unit owners and the Boards of Directors…
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Creating and Enforcing Condo Parking Lot Rules
K.M. from Chicago, IL writes: Dear Mister Condo, What are the rules and regulations of private parking lots for town homes / condominiums? A resident who lives in my complex keeps his car parked in parking space a long period of time without moving the car. The person uses car for a storage area. What…
Condo Parking Lot Fees Mingled with Operating Fund
R.P. from Chicago, IL writes: Dear Mister Condo, The parking fees at my condo were recently increased. According to our association rules, the increase in parking money can only be used make improvements to the parking lot. The money is going into the general budget. Is that right? Mister Condo replies: R.P., if the funds…
Condo Unit Owner Turns Common Area Into Work Area!
D.T. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in a Condo complex, is my neighbor allowed to use power tools outside in the courtyard? I am assuming this is a common area and it is very noisy and shrill. Our association rules state that “No occupant shall make or permit any noises…