M.O. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can you charge interest to the association for a loan from the reserve to fund a big project? Mister Condo replies: M.O., at a time when many associations are finding it very difficult to find the funds to pay for much-needed repairs to their common…
Category: Board
Videotaping Not Allowed at Association Board Meeting
K.D. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We are members of a private community, not a condo association, but we hope you can help us. I attempted to videotape the annual election meeting this past Sunday. The Board objected strenuously, and called the police when I refused to remove the equipment. The police…
How Much Should the Fine Be for Breaking the Condo Rules?
L.C. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in a mid-sized condo association where some residents would rather pay fines for breaking the rules rather than comply with the rules. We are updating our documents and rules and are contemplating a new fee structure for fines. Can you point me to…
Steamed Over Too Much Condo Heat in Fairfield
M.C. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, My unit is located directly above the boiler room in my small condo building. The heat loss into my condo is ridiculous. The temperature often reaches in excess of 90 degrees!!Where can I find the most up to date regulations for condo boiler rooms in Connecticut?…