W.S. from Maryland writes: Dear Mister Condo, The Maryland Condominium Act (11-109d) authorizes the Council of Unit Owners enumerated powers subject to the Act and its own declaration, and bylaws. Number (16) is the right to “… and, after notice and an opportunity to be heard, levy reasonable fines for violations of the declaration, bylaws,…
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Hard to Enjoy New Glass Sliders in this Illinois Condo
N.L. from Illinois writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have a similar situation as described in your question and answer entitled “Can Condo Association Collect Misappropriated Funds Paid for Deck Repair 2 Years Ago?” (https://askmistercondo.com/can-condo-association-collect-misappropriated-funds-paid-for-deck-repair-2-years-ago/) In 2012, our association informed us it was going to replace our sliding glass doors at the cost of $4600. Prior to…
Unlicensed Contractors and Condo Association Insurance Question
V.B. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We were recently told by our Manager that any workman on the property that does not have a license doing work inside or outside of the condo and sues the association for anything, that the condo insurance is primary and homeowners is secondary. This does…
Delayed Repairs for Failed Water Spigot that Damaged Condo
D.C. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, The water spigot from outside my condo broke and water damaged 2 bedrooms as well as my floors. This happened 2 months ago yet nothing has been done to repair the damage to my unit. What can I do? Mister Condo replies: D.C., I am sorry…