On August 21, 2025, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed S3992, a bill promoted by the Community Associations Institute Legislative Action Committee (“CAI LAC”). This bill modifies requirements of the New Jersey Structural Integrity and Reserves Law relating to capital reserve studies, 30-year funding plans, and capital reserve funds. Specifically, […]
Mr. Bent and his family lived on the top floor at the 99 Jane Street Condominium in Greenwich Village. In June 2021, the condominium board proposed capital improvement plans to the building costing approximately $3 million. Bent objected to these proposed plans and claimed that the board’s subsequent treatment of […]
Can a cooperative board terminate a shareholder’s lease for disruptive or threatening behavior—even before the lease ends? In the latest issue of Co-op & Condo Case Law Tracker, Becker shareholder Steven S. Anderson explores a recent New York Appellate Court decision affirming that HDFC (Housing Development Fund Corporation) co-op boards have the […]
Becker’s New Jersey Community Update newsletter features recent news and updates that we think you may find of interest. This July, Becker North’s Community Update delivers valuable insights for board members and property managers navigating the complex landscape of community living. This issue features an important look at New York […]
Morristown, NJ – May 23, 2025 — Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals in offices throughout the East Coast, announces that shareholder Martin Cabalar has been appointed as Chair of the firm’s New Jersey Condo, Co-Op & HOA practice. Martin replaces David Ramsey, who […]
