D.L. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, An owner in our condo claims part of his fender was stolen in our parking lot. There is no video surveillance of this event and he has been paid by his insurance company. He is suing in small claims court for the deductible. Our attorney cannot…
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Co-op Tenant Unhappy with Unit Condition and Lack of Maintenance
T.R. from Fairfield County writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have rented a unit in a Co-op for 10 years and all the windows leak causing major damage over the years. In addition, the bathroom has had a leak since before I rented and still exists. Due to the leaks, I have never been able to…
HOA Board Governing but Not by The Rules!
D.C. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, There are 29 homes in my HOA. The board refuses to get training and dictates policy based on their judgement. They have dictated that we have to clear the snow from sidewalks in front of our lot. My lot front has a 10 foot set back….
What Type of Condo Insurance Covers an Arbitrated Dispute?
R.J. from New Haven County writes: Dear Mister Condo, My condo association was involved in a lawsuit this past year which was recently settled through arbitration. The association’s defense was funded by the association’s insurance company. The dispute was over the assessment of cost to repair retaining wall and meaning of association’s declaration. The finding split financial…