P.G. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our condo is 3 years old. The outside water meter is not working. HOA is saying we have to replace the meter. We feel that it is not our responsibility to replace. Please advise. Mister Condo replies: P.G., unless the water meter is still under some…
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Second Shot at Collecting Unpaid Condo Legal Fees
A.G. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can the association collect legal expense and attorney’s fees from a prior foreclosure when the unit owner paid all but those legal fees and the treasurer inadvertently deposited the unit owner’s check? Now, the unit owner is in arrears again for almost a year’s worth of…
Remodeling My Condo; What Role Does the Board Play?
M.S. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, I’m going to remodel my unit. Which papers should I present the Association from my General Contractor? For instance do they need to see the contractor’s insurance or license? Mister Condo replies: M.S., most condominium rules state that the Board will require both the license and…
Burst Sewage Line at Condo; Who Is Responsible for the Clean-up?
A.J. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, My condo flooded with sewage and clean water after a water main break. Who is responsible for clean up and repair? Lodging while unit is uninhabitable? And where can I find CT statutes regarding this issue? Thanks! Mister Condo replies: A.J., with the temperatures plummeting across…