L.F. from Charlotte County, Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, Plywood blew off the gable end of our building and our condo got flooded during hurricane. Ceilings collapsed throughout. Whose insurance is responsible for repairs? Mister Condo replies: L.F., you and your neighbors certainly took Ian’s might! Your region of the country will be undergoing repairs…
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Damage Inspection Cost Passed to Condo Owner
S.V. from Fairfield County, Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, A leak occurred in the basement, which is common; we found out it was a unit owner and we had a contractor come out to investigate. We have passed along the bill from the contractor for coming out and investigating the area and identifying it was…
Condo Owner Delinquent on Special Assessment
M.O. from Newport County, Rhode Island writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have an owner who has not paid his assessments for a year. He pays his dues, but not the assessments. His mailbox fell down and he wants the association to replace it. Can we say No? Mister Condo replies: M.O., failing to replace a…
Condo’s No Pet Policy Doesn’t Apply to Service Dogs
R.K. from Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, We have a no-pet policy for renters. A potential renter wants to move in with his service dog. We are being told that legally we can’t refuse to rent to him. Can you please advise? Thank you Mister Condo replies: R.K., services dogs are not considered pets so…