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…
Tag: Architectural Compliance
DIY Condo Window Replacement
G.R. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Can I change the windows of my condominiums by myself? I cannot afford to pay a Licensed contractor. Mister Condo replies: G.R., while most condominium associations would frown upon a homeowner taking on a “Do It Yourself” for window replacement, the real answer lies in your…
Replacing Condo Screen Door Without Board’s Approval Can Prove Costly
C.B. from Alameda County, California writes: Dear Mister Condo, I own a first-floor unit in a three-story building with 21 units total. I have a patio attached to my unit and the sliding screen door needs to be replaced. The issue is the door has an added green metal trim that is the same color…
Condo Board Allows Alteration to Limited Common Elements Provided Waiver Signed by Owner
J.G. from Windham County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, Our current Declaration in Article 5 states portions of Common Elements are assigned as Limited Common Elements to the Units specifically including Walkways, Driveways, Patio and Decks. Section 6.1 designates these four LCE to be Common Elements that the Association is responsible for maintenance, repair and…