L.F. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, My condo association has neglected repairs to the walkways and alcove between the 2 buildings. Rain water enters the alcove and puddles restrict you from getting your mail. The walkways are cracked with large crevices. The parking lot has huge pot holes and the front steps are…
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Unlicensed Contractor Hired by Condo President
K.B. from California writes: Dear Mister Condo, What if the President of our association knew all along that he hired an unlicensed contractor? I just found out that this guy was paid close to $11,000 in 4 months and I have yet to figure out what he actually did. The person heading the yearly audit…
Inconsiderate Condo Neighbor Constantly Running Washing Machine
C.W. from Maryland writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in a 55+ condo in Maryland. The family above us has a washing machine that is so loud when it’s used that it shakes my bedroom windows. I have spoken to them quite a few times about this with no results. They now run the machine…
Oversized Vehicle Blocking Access to Condo Parking
M.A. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can a landlord rent a parking space to an oversized vehicle like a Suburban and disable accessible parking to other tenants? Mister Condo replies: M.A., there are really two questions here with two different answers. Both answers depend on your rules and by-laws about parking. In…