V.M. from Middlesex County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, If I do not pay an assessment because of negligence by the trustees do I lose my rights as a unit owner? Mister Condo replies: V.M., regardless of what the reason for not paying an assessment, the association will very likely take collections action against you,…
Tag: Assessments
Lack of Maintenance by Self-Run Condo Board
D.T. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, The self-run condo board is not taking care of the maintenance of our complex. Shingle, roof, painting and paving have not been addressed in years. We pay on an average of 350.00 a month in HOA fees. What recourse do the owners have to get action…
Question of Financial Liability for Condo Decks Leads to Foreclosure!
D.U. from New London County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I own a condo in a building without deck units, whereas other buildings in the condo have decks attached to their units. Since a deck or balcony is not a common element, I feel that it is not fair to be asked to pay $2,000.00…
Previous Condo Owner May Have Failed to Disclose Upcoming Special Assessment
C.P. from Middlesex County writes: Dear Mister Condo, My daughter bought a condo where her association fees are $450.00 per month. Due to future major roof improvement job her payment will increase by $300.00. We feel the seller had to know about this upcoming project and didn’t reveal this very crucial information. The other choice…