D.D. from New Haven County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have received a special assessment in addition to our HOA fees. It’s relatively large. They are telling us this 2 weeks before it’s due. Is that legal? Mister Condo replies: D.D., I am not an attorney so I cannot speak as to the legality…
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Unenforced Condo Rules Destroys Quality of Life for All Residents
C.F. from Hartford County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, I have lived in this condo for 45 years. One of the HOA rules is one small dog (no Pit Bulls, Rottweilers). If you had 2 dogs when this rule was implemented (20 years ago) you were grandfathered. One of the board members recently acquired another…
Condo Board Hires Board Member for Cleaning Contract
G.B. from Cook County, Illinois writes: Dear Mister Condo, I live in a 60-unit condo complex in Illinois. The complex consists of 6 buildings each with 10 units. I’ve noticed in the last couple of months that my building is not being cleaned well. It’s especially obvious on the first floor. I called our management…
Can A Recalled Condo Board Member be Immediately Reappointed?
C.C. from Charlotte County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, For HOAs there is a provision that reads “No recalled director shall be appointed by the board to fill any vacancy on the board.” Does Florida 718 have an equal provision? It would seem terrible that the law might allow 51% to remove someone and then have…