R.D. from Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, I was given architectural approval for installation of a mini split heat/air system with some restrictions. When the installation started, the company had to come out of the outside wall at a different area or it would not work. If the HOA is not happy with this can…
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Changing a Condo Sliding Door without Board Approval
J.M. from Colorado writes: Dear Mister Condo, Me and my boyfriend just purchased a condo three years ago in Colorado. The sliding patio door was a hot mess. I mean it wouldn’t even lock and we decided to replace it now only problem now is that we didn’t ask for HOA approval. And I didn’t…
Broken Water Pipe in HOA Leads to More Problems
J.G. from Cobb County, Georgia writes: Dear Mister Condo, I had a water pipe leak a few weeks ago. I contacted HOA as I didn’t know where the leak was coming from. They called a plumber, who found the leak. Pipe that serviced my unit only. I get the repair is my responsibility. The pipe was about…
Condo Board Contact Information Requirement
N.B. from Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, Are our board members required to post their names and contact numbers where owners can see them? Mister Condo replies: N.B., I am aware of no such requirement and, honestly, if you were volunteering your time to serve on the Board of your condo or HOA, the last…