G.N. from Cook County, Illinois writes: Dear Mister Condo, I am buying a condo that currently has a gas ventless fireplace. I want to replace it with a direct vent fireplace (for all the obvious reasons). My condo is on the top floor/corner. Any chance or any advice on getting this approved? Not sure why a new building would…
Tag: Architectural Compliance
HOA Architectural Guidelines are Enforceable
R.D. from Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, I was given architectural approval for installation of a mini split heat/air system with some restrictions. When the installation started, the company had to come out of the outside wall at a different area or it would not work. If the HOA is not happy with this can…
Changing a Condo Sliding Door without Board Approval
J.M. from Colorado writes: Dear Mister Condo, Me and my boyfriend just purchased a condo three years ago in Colorado. The sliding patio door was a hot mess. I mean it wouldn’t even lock and we decided to replace it now only problem now is that we didn’t ask for HOA approval. And I didn’t…
Fast Track Condo ARC Approval Needed
P.B. from Hartford County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have asthma and need AC to maintain my health. Prior approval is required to replace an external AC unit which I submitted yesterday. The Property Management and Board have yet to respond, however, when I did an emergency furnace replacement they approved same day. My…