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  • Facing $200K in repairs, Danbury condos remain without heat after August rainstorms November 11, 2024
    After nearly three months, city resident Alessandra Zocolotti still has no gas in her Shelter Rock Road condominium complex.  And she said she’s getting frustrated.  Everyone in Zocolotti’s 10-unit complex on 160 Shelter Rock Road was excavated after flooding from August’s deadly rainstorm caused a mudslide and severe damage.    Read the article…………………………….
  • Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) – UPDATED October 26, 2024
    On Oct. 24, the motion for preliminary injunction filed by CAI National was denied. The injunction was sought to postpone the deadline for community associations to comply with the act’s burdensome requirements until the case could be fully heard by the court.   Read the article…………………………….
  • Does East Lyme have to kill the geese to get rid of goose droppings? (CT) September 23, 2024
    Efforts to gauge the appetite of the Giants Neck Beach Association for euthanizing its resident Canada goose population have prompted a discussion on more humane ways to drive the waterfowl out of the area.  A September survey from the Giants Neck Beach Association Board of Governors was filled out by 97 members, with 57% in favor of bringing in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to remove geese through roundups that involve herding the animals into portable nets to be ...
  • Police rescue woman from fire at Northbrook Condos, cat dies (CT) September 15, 2024
    Police officers and a home health aide carried a disabled resident to safety and she was taken to the hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation by the Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Service after a fire broke out in her unit on Rosewood Circle at Northbrook Condominiums around 6:35 p.m. Saturday.   Read the article…………………………….
  • Judge rules against Prospect condo group (CT) September 13, 2024
    A judge has ruled in favor of the Inland Wetlands Commission in a lawsuit against Regency at Prospect for the storage and use of salt to de-ice roads in the condominium community.  The commission initially served Regency at Prospect Condominium Association a cease-and-desist order for the use and storage of salt on the property. After Regency initiated an appeal, the commission took the matter to Waterbury Superior Court beginning March 11. Judge John Cordani eventually dismissed Regency’s appeal several days ...
  • Danbury firefighters rescue 5 residents, cat from Triangle Street condo blaze, department says (CT) September 12, 2024
    The Danbury Fire Department said on Facebook that the fire broke out in Building B at around 3:17 p.m. and firefighters responded shortly after. The department added that responding crews found “heavy smoke issuing from a third floor balcony slider and numerous people trying to evacuate” on arrival.   Read the article…………………………….

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  • Legal Recourse for New Construction Condos: Suing Your Sponsor for Construction Defects (NY) November 9, 2024
    As a board member or property manager of a newly constructed condominium in New York, you have a responsibility to protect the interests of your unit owners. This includes taking action if there are construction defects in the building.   Read the article…………………………….
  • Can HOAs withhold privileges over unpaid fees? (CT) November 6, 2024
    Keeping a community thriving depends largely on the regular collection of HOA fees. Yet, many HOAs struggle with residents who fall behind on their payments, affecting essential services and causing frustration among those who do pay on time. Is it legal for HOAs to restrict certain privileges to motivate timely fee payments?   Read the article…………………………….
  • Do Property Managers have to Register as BOI Members of Community Associations to Comply with CTA? October 28, 2024
    Community associations, like many other entities, generally have reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). Beneficial owners of the community association, like board members, have to be registered, but how about property managers. The CTA defines a beneficial owner as any individual who, directly or indirectly: Owns or controls at least 25% of the ownership interests of the entity or exercises substantial control over the entity.     Read the article…………………………….
  • Is it normal wear and tear or a construction defect? October 23, 2024
    When HOAs face building issues, a key question often comes up: Are these problems due to normal settling and wear and tear, or are they construction defects? Normal settling and wear refer to expected damage over time. Construction defects are flaws in design, materials or workmanship that compromise the building’s integrity or functionality.   Read the article…………………………….
  • Is it possible to remove a problematic HOA board member? (CT) October 5, 2024
    Being on an HOA board isn’t always smooth sailing. You might face a tricky situation where a fellow board member causes problems.  While removing someone from the board is a big deal, sometimes it’s necessary. This guide will help you understand how to handle removing a problematic board member in Connecticut. We’ll cover the rules you need to follow and how to protect your HOA’s interests.    Read the article…………………………….
  • Board Education is the Key to an Association’s Success October 1, 2024
    One of the greatest challenges in representing community association board is keeping boards educated about their powers and duties. Too many mistakes are made not from ill-intent but, ignorance. Most Connecticut community associations are subject to the provisions of the Common Interest Ownership Act (CIOA). CIOA is not an intuitive Act. Many of its sections are arcane and make little sense to lay board members trying to negotiate their way through the governance of their communities.    Read the article…………………………….
  • 3 critical reasons for HOA foreclosures September 30, 2024
    Owning a home in a community with a homeowners association (HOA) can be a double-edged sword for you. On the one hand, you enjoy well-maintained common areas, amenities and a sense of community. On the other hand, there are rules, fees, and sometimes, the looming threat of foreclosure if things go awry.   Read the article…………………………….

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Contractor Licensing:  The contractors who provide you with home improvement services, such as painting, roofing etc., should be registered with the State of Connecticut, Department of Consumer Protection. There is a “guarantee fund” provided by the State which is only available if the vendor is currently licensed through the State of Connecticut. The following link provides the necessary licensing information: Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection

Association Manager: Your association manager must be registered with the State of Connecticut. Check the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Department at the following link in order to determine whether your association manager is properly registered: Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, Licensing, Permits and Registrations

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