J.G. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have two tennis courts at our condos as one of our amenities. Very few of the residents use them. A few years ago, I mentioned at a condo meeting that there were cracks starting on the courts but the association voted to do nothing….
Category: Common Fees
Condo Landlord Loses Ability to Rent Condo Unit
M.A. from Dupage County, Illinois writes: Dear Mister Condo, I own a first-floor condo unit that is used as rental property. The unit above mine has a flooring issue that is related to the support beams in my ceiling. The ceiling is being torn out of my unit from the dining area through the living…
No Money in the Condo Budget for Snow Removal!
A.R. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, The condo association decided to stop providing snow removal services “to save money”. Our dues increased 25 percent a few months ago due to higher insurance costs. The budget approved by the board includes a substantial amount for snow and landscaping, yet the yard is not being…
Homeowner Requests List of Other Unit Owners Common Fees
D.M. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I am quite certain I am being over-charged condo fees as compared to everyone else in the complex. I have asked my HOA for a copy of the list of condo fees everyone pays. I started asking last year and now I keep asking. One time…