H.H. from Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in a condo building where there is one owner of the whole building. Water is included. Recently, he said I was using a lot of water (because neighbor said she heard my shower) and if it continues he will charge me extra. There is only one…
Category: Condominium
What Items Need to be Included in the Condo Board Minutes?
J.S. from New Hampshire writes: Dear Mister Condo, When keeping the Board Minutes, it is still unclear what needs to be included. I was told by the previous secretary that only items that motions were taken on should be included in the Minutes. The question has been raised about other discussions that were done in…
Condo Owner Worries About Leaky Roof Damage Repair Costs
S.N. from Montgomery County, Ohio writes: Dear Mister Condo, I recently moved to a new condo. At my last condo, the roof leaked and I was responsible for the drywall damage inside. I’m trying to understand how I could avoid this at my new place. I have no idea the condition of my roof and…
HOA Meeting Minutes Do Not Equal By-Law Changes
E.B. from Garland County, Texas writes: Dear Mister Condo, If something is recorded in the minutes but not added to the bylaws is it the same? Mister Condo replies: E.B., not even close! By-laws are changed by amendment, not a simple note in Minutes from a Meeting, although any change to the by-laws should most…