M.A. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have a unit owner in our condo complex who is not only a board member, but works for the association that runs our complex. Is this legal? Mister Condo replies: M.A., it is perfectly legal although it is not always wise. Employees of the association…
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Condo Owners Reluctant to Pay Proper Common Fees
K.I. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, I serve as board president for a small association. The Treasurer and I are the only unit owners who have any interest in serving in more than name only. Despite our best efforts, we can only seem to get the unit reps together annually to discuss…
Unusual Items Paid for by Condo’s Reserve Fund
E.I. from writes: Dear Mister Condo, Are Condominium Associations permitted to use Reserve Funds to purchase and install items within units such as intercoms or programmable thermostats. Are these items considered common or non-common items? Each unit receives their own separate electricity bill for which they are responsible for. Would this be different for the…
Can the Condo Board Chair Make Motions at Condo Board Meetings?
R.B. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can the chair of the board meeting (usually President), make motions? Board is less than ten members. Thank you! Mister Condo replies: R.B., ideally the Chair of the Board or Board President “presides” over the meeting. That’s the meaning of the word “president” – one who presides. However,…