P.M. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can a condo board mandate replacement windows for all units, whether or not there is a problem with the individual unit owner’s windows? Since the building is over 20 years old, many windows are rotting and causing damage to underlying surfaces, but not every owner has…
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Condo Association Won’t Repair Year-Old Water Leak
V.M. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, There is an underground water leak outside my condo, which has been running for almost a year. I cannot get the condo association to respond to my requests for information on the problem or their resolution. Can you suggest next steps? Mister Condo replies: V.M., I…
Condo’s Limited Common Elements Incorrectly Maintained By Association
J.W. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, The Declarations for our community clearly indicate that maintenance for certain limited common elements are homeowner responsibility. Some homeowners maintain that our prior management company and boards have maintained those items using association funds. Other people feel that in order to budget and legally pay for those…
Mixed Use Condo Facing Parking Lot Responsibility Challenge
J.L. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have a 36-unit condo with 3 businesses. The businesses have specific parking spaces. Our owners have been warned the businesses own those spots and they will be towed if they park in those spots. The businesses want the HOA to be responsible for towing. Some…