Questions tagged [condominium]
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Why are condominium fixture improvements property of the Association?
Let us assume a fixture improvement (wooden deck) has been constructed on a Florida condominium by an individual owner (not the Association) on the Association's common area.
However, assume for this example that the owner did have standing…
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Can Rental Income Be Garnished?
A creditor can request garnishment of a debtor's wages to help repay a debt. In my understanding, part of the practical advantage of garnishing wages is that it enlists a third party (the debtor's employer) to collect a debt when the debtor is…
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What rights do landlords in Ontario have regarding prompt delivery of Preliminary Notice for Annual General Meeting
I live in Toronto, Ontario. Our condo's AGM is to be held on February 10, 2022 this year, and the deadline for nominating directors and submitting questions is Jan 10, 2022. However, although the Preliminary Notice is dated December 27, I did not…
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Is it legal to change condo fees outside of the yearly owners' assembly and without notice?
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In the condo where I live, in the province of Quebec, monthly condo fees are fixed once per year at the yearly owners' assembly, as required by the article 1072 of the Civil of Quebec. Is it legal to change the monthly fee during the…
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In Massachusetts, is it legal for a management company to knowingly lock someone out of their condominium unit?
In responding to a report of a potential broken water pipe, a condo management company gained access to a unit to investigate the possibility of a broken water pipe. The initial call reporting the issue was in the late morning, and the condo mgmt…
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What type of insurance are Florida Condominiums required to purchase?
Assume that a Florida Condominium is governed by: https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2002/Chapter718/All
(a) A unit-owner controlled association shall use its best efforts to
obtain and maintain adequate insurance to protect the association,…
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Eligibility to build on a FL Condominium Common Area?
Florida Condominiums are governed by FS718
Assume that:
the condo owners are not licensed Florida builders.
they have built wooden decks or concrete patios behind their units on the condominium common area.
there are no records of permits ,…
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Does a resident (Non owner/renter) of a condo have any responsibility for damages done to another unit? (US/Florida)
Situation: I live with my mother in a condo. The condo is 100% in her name, the only legal relationship I have with the property is that it is my official residence. A water leak caused damage to the downstairs neighbor's ceiling. The…
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Does any Florida statute preclude unlicensed contractors from building improvements on condo common area?
The Florida DBPR jurisdiction includes prosecution of unlicensed activity including building contractors.
Assume a significant nontrivial improvement in the form of a bulkhead is built for the purpose of supporting an embankment (small hill leading…
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What determines fixture ownership in a Florida Condominium?
If Fred builds a deck or patio (fixture) on a Florida condominium:
with proper approvals
without proper approvals
Does the absence of title confirm that Fred does not own a given fixture (e.g. a condominium, deck / patio) on the condominium…
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Building and structure
If the foundation and outer wall of a co-op is deemed to be compromised and the tenants are unable to live in a unit, who holds liability for the cost of relocating?
