J.G. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, One of our condo owners asked the Board if they could widen their driveway to accommodate 2 cars. We, as a board, had to deny the request due to the bylaws regulating common areas. We have discovered they are making plans to proceed without our permission….
Tag: Architectural Compliance
Condo Owner Modifies Condo Interior Without Board Approval
H.R. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our Small condominium, AKA condex, has one and two bedroom units. A new Unit owner has made changes to their unit without seeking the required permission from the board. The seller notified the association of a new rug to be put in. This was approved. Unfortunately,…
What’s the Law on Allowing Solar Panels in the HOA?
R.G. from Hartford County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Are there any laws regarding solar panels in CT regarding HOA from not allowing installation of same? Mister Condo replies: R.G., there are no laws in Connecticut that require an HOA to allow solar panels. Generally speaking, HOAs are autonomous on this matter and the folks running…
How To Enforce Condo Building Renovation Requirements
S.O. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, When a new owner renovates – without any discussion with the board/management and does things that should not have been done – what can board do? Can they make them halt, and make them put it back to the way it was, and if so how?…