P.M. from Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in a multi-story condo. In June of 2012, I noticed a warp on the upper corner of my shower walls. I was almost certain that it was caused by a water spill from the unit above mine. A similar incident had occurred a few years ago when…
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Ups and Downs Of Special Assessments for Condo Garage Doors
P.H. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have a question regarding special assessments and when they can, or should, be levied. The Executive Board of my association is preparing the budget for our next fiscal year. As part of the discussions that I have heard, they are considering approving a special assessment…
Uh-Oh! Condo Board Meeting Without Advising Unit Owners!
F.M. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can a board meet to discuss non-confidential issues without advising the unit owners prior to the meeting? Mister Condo replies: F.M., the short answer is “no” with the exception of emergency meetings of the Board which need to be used only in the truest sense of…
Formal Charges Sought Against the Association Board
F.P. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, How does an owner file a formal charge against an association board? Who can I contact? Thanks. Mister Condo replies: F.P., while I am not clear what you mean by a formal charge I am sorry to learn that you feel your Board has behaved in…