Q: My condominium association imposes strict limitations on the rental of units. The condominium documents include a requirement for the board to review and approve all proposed leases and tenants. The condominium documents also permit the association to charge a fee up to the highest amount the law allows to […]
Don’t Hesitate: Update Community Association Liens Now and at the Beginning of Each Fiscal Year
02.14.2020
This year community associations of all types saw a significant change to the law that applies to their right to secure payment for outstanding assessments through the filing of liens. Previously, only condominium associations had a priority lien against other lien holders for only six months of assessments prior to […]
SB 802/HB 733 MRTA & Housing Discrimination
02.13.2020
One of the most important and valuable aspects of a property owner’s rights is the ability to market and sell their property, and to do so free from the fear of “hidden” or outdated restrictions or claims which may have previously burdened their property. But, what to do when a […]
The House The House is back in session this evening. Following the release of House Democrats’ infrastructure plan last week, Ways and Means Committee Chairman Richard Neal (D-MA) is expressing cautious optimism of reaching a principle agreement on the proposal with the Trump Administration following a conversation with Treasury Secretary […]
Q: Two owners in my condominium building had their air conditioner units moved to the roof of the building. Is this allowed? The association has not had the units moved back. Don’t we need to vote to change our common elements? (E.H., via e-mail) A: Changes to the common elements which […]
