M.B. from Miami, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, The Board of Director (The President) Is neither an owner nor does he live in the condo. Can he still serve as President? Mister Condo replies: M.B., while it is unusual that non-owners have the ability to serve on the Board let alone President, it is not…
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Condo Board Paints Siding that Should be Replaced
E.L. from Dutchess County, New York writes: Dear Mister Condo, My HOA is getting ready to paint the exterior of the units. The siding is T1-11 and it is delaminating as it was 8 years ago when they painted only now it’s even worse. I have requested they replace it and have been met with…
Condo Landlords Upset with Association’s $500 Monthly Rental Fee
N.C. from Virginia writes: Dear Mister Condo, Owners who rent are charged $50 each 3 days for common property upkeep. No extra services offered to owners who rent. Documents read common property upkeep paid by assessment. Common property damage to be paid by owner responsible. Condo lawyer ruled owners who rent can be charged a fee…
Condo Budget Passed Without Vote of Unit Owners
R.L. from Upstate New York writes: Dear Mister Condo, In New York State, the condo board has passed a budget without any review by owners or an open meeting with owners to discuss the budget they passed. I assumed that there would be a budget meeting with owners and the board to discuss the proposed…