B.C. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, For the past five years wind has been damaging the siding at different building of my condo complex. The buildings were sides when they were built more than 20 years ago and for the most part the siding has become weathered and a bit unsightly. However,…
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Can the Condo Association Require Use of ACH for Common Fees?
A.D. from Hartford County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I understand that Associations cannot force an owner into using an ACH or other debit system to pay for monthly maintenance fees. But can an association require ACH signup in order to forgive a late fee? Mister Condo replies: A.D., hello to you as well! Automated…
Negligent Condo Owner Allows Burst Pipe to Damage Two Units; Who Pays?
A.L. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, A condo owner was negligent in that he had his unit vacant for the last 4 months and a water pipe in the bathroom burst causing damage to his unit and the unit next to his. He says association is responsible for repairs. Is that…
Is This Condo Board President Overstepping?
L.M. from Hartford County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have a condo president who has let the power go to her head. She is constantly sending us letters and most recently told us that if our daughter was not supervised by an adult at the playground she would fine us for each and every…