K.G. from Chicago, IL writes: Dear Mister Condo, My condo building has 8 units. There is a unit owner (and revolving door of people that live there) lacking common decency who continues to violate established condo rules. We are self-managed, and the president has spoken to this person multiple times. My main concern is safety,…
Tag: Nuisance
Condo Garbage Piling Up and the Lack of Explanation Stinks!
E.W. from outside of Connecticut writes: Dear Mister Condo, What can I do when the supposed ‘management company’ constantly and willfully fails to inform us why garbage keeps piling up without removal for weeks. I do not want to go to the city because I am afraid it will lead to a fine on the…
Dumpster-Adjacent Condo Does Not Smell Good!
F.F. from Florida writes: Dear Mister Condo, Garbage cans are too close to the condo I just purchased. When I sit outside the odor is offensive. What can I do? Mister Condo replies: F.F., short of holding your breath, I am not sure there is anything you can do. Hot garbage baking in the abundant…
Condo Dryer Vent Aimed at Neighbor’s Window and Deck
A.G. from California writes: Dear Mister Condo, My neighbor’s dryer vent blows onto my deck, heating my personal outside area. My dog can’t go outside, my kids can’t play, and I can’t even open my bedroom window or leave my sliding glass doors open, because the hot air from their dryer blows inside. Other condos…