J.H. from Boston, Massachusetts writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have a resident who doesn’t conform to HOA rules and Regulations, and they have been notified of violations for over a year, month after month. What can a good HOA do if the Bylaws state that “A Large Dog over 35 lbs in not permitted”, “All…
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Small Condo Board Makes Big Decisions
J.L. from California writes: Dear Mister Condo, The association Board of 2 people decided to let another developer remove a wall that is protecting our units without our OK. We got several signatures saying we don’t want this to happen but the board is receiving $20,000 and say they have made the decision. We think…
Who Votes on the New Condo Manager?
S.H. from New Jersey writes: Dear Mister Condo, Do all unit owners vote on a new condo manager? Or just the board? Mister Condo replies: S.H., that is an interesting question. The Board, not the unit owners, negotiate the management contract and would be responsible for hiring a new condo manager. The unit owners get…
Will Loss Assessment Insurance Cover Condo Special Assessment for Deductible?
D.K. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, The condo complex (18 units) has had some insurance claims and now has a high $25,000.00 deductible on its insurance policy. I understand that I have “Loss Assessment” coverage of $1000.00 on my homeowners’ condo policy. Will this coverage pay for an assessment to the…