When association takes possession and leases out a unit, it may be liable for damage caused by renter (IL)

Q. I am a unit owner in a condominium association where the association took possession of my unit due to an eviction lawsuit for unpaid common expenses. The association had possession of my unit for two years and leased my unit to pay down my delinquency. However, when the unit was returned to me as the rightful titleholder, the unit was trashed with areas of mold, debris and damage due to the actions of the association’s tenant. The association refuses to repair the unit. Is the association liable for the damages?   Read the Q&A…………………………

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