R.M. from Riverside County, California writes: Dear Mister Condo, If a condo architectural board member is in violation of the condo rules and asks for an exception, is that member allowed a vote and the matter? Mister Condo replies: R.M., ah, the joys of volunteering to serve only so that you can benefit yourself! Unless…
Tag: Architectural Compliance
Condo Board Has Right to Require Particular Brand Name Products
T.W. from Palm Beach County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, I am renovating and understand the need for sound proofing products underneath flooring. However, my board has specified an underlayment brand name vs a product specification. Can the board dictate a brand name? Mister Condo replies: T.W., architectural guidelines are the purview of the Board….
Video Doorbell Not Allowed at Condo
G.S. from Broward County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, My children installed a video doorbell outside my condo door. The HOA has sent a letter stating that I have to remove it or they will and I will pay the fees for removal. The violation states: the exterior of the apartment shall not be painted,…
What is “In-Kind” Condo Window Replacement?
P.K. from Broward County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, What factors are considered with an in-kind window replacement in a single-family home condominium association with 63 individual homes. Mister Condo replies: P.K., without seeing your governing documents first-hand, I will tell you that just about every condominium I have known handles their window replacements a…