M.G. from Pennsylvania writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have a question on “grandfathering.” Last year, I bought a unit in an 86-unit suburban, middle class townhome type community in SE Pennsylvania (we have grass and trees). It was built in 1992. A few years after building, owners were allowed to build 12′ X 16′ decks…
Tag: Architectural Compliance
Heated Debate Over Condo Air Conditioners
M.F. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our Board passed an assessment of $2,460 for replacement of (2) individual Air Conditioning wall units per condo. QUESTIONS: 1) Can the association mandate the type of AC unit that is installed inside the condos? – in particular, mandate the purchase of specific AC model, which…
Must I Use Condo Board-Approved Contractors?
A.W. from New London County writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can an owner hire a contractor to do condo repairs and refuse work from condo board-approved contractors? Mister Condo replies: A.W., it depends on the work and what authority the condo Board has on the items being worked on. For the most part, the association handles…
Why Can’t I Install Windows At My Condo On My Own?
A.C. from Fairfield County writes: Dear Mister Condo, I would like to replace a window on my unit. According to the association I own the window. I have asked the association and know what kind of window they approve but they also told me that I must use a licensed installer. My uncle offered his…