Q. I live in a six-unit condo bldg., and one of the owners in my bldg. has several maintenance issues in her unit that need repair such as constantly running faucet, etc.
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Q. About two years ago, there were roof leaks that caused damage to my condo. The Board at that time approved and paid for the repairs to my walls and ceiling. I just had to pay for the paint. Now the roof has leaked again in exactly the same spots, and the new Board won't pay for the repairs saying the By-laws say all unit owners are responsible for repairs to their own units and the Board shouldn't have repaired my previous repairs the first time it happened.
Q. If garage and parking spaces are deeded property who pays for maintenance of either the garage or parking spaces? Is it the association's responsibility or the unit owners affected?
- Who is responsible for fixing a leak and the resulting damage?
- Must the Board make estimates available to owners?
- Can an owner be charged for the increase in the association's insurance policy premium?
- Is an owner vote required for the association to exercise Right of First Refusal?
- What insurance coverage do I need as an owner?