Rhode Island Condominium & Homeowner Association News
- Q&A: Seeking Transparency (RI) January 16, 2025Q. I live in a condo complex in Rhode Island. I only receive a financial statement once a year. I would like a monthly expense sheet and income tax return sent to me. The management company and the treasurer have not answered me. Is there anything I can do to receive these copies? Read the Q&A………………………………..
- Neighbors question new water tank (RI) December 21, 2024The letter comes from the Sands Farm Homeowners Association and also summarizes meetings with “officials” over the past few weeks. Included in the letter is, “According to John Breunig, the tank is far closer to the southern edge of Sand Pond Lane than the 20 feet stipulated in the Special Use Permit and Variance for the project. By our observation, the edge of the tank now appears to be under 10 feet from the southern edge of Sands ...
- Warwick Woman Dies After Condominium Fire (RI) December 10, 2024A woman has died after a fire in her West Warwick condominium. Firefighters were called to the home on Scenic Drive shortly before noon Monday and found the victim lying close to the front door. Read the article…………………………….
- Lightning strike possibly started fire at Easton condominium complex (RI) August 6, 2024The Easton Fire Department said they put out a fire at a condominium complex on Sunday evening. On Aug. 4 just before 8 p.m., officials said they received a call of a fire in a condo unit on Pinebrook Lane. Officials said all occupants of the building were evacuated before their arrival. Read the article…………………………….
- RI developer accused of ‘shoddy’ and substandard work ordered to pay over $750K in damages April 30, 2024A Superior Court judge on Monday upheld an arbitration award of more than $750,000 to owners of a condominium complex who say the developer performed shoddy and substandard work when he renovated their building in 2019. Read the article…………………………….
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- Are You in Compliance With the New Laws (RI)At the close of the last Legislation Session, the Rhode Island Condominium Act §34-36.1-3.06 was amended, effective upon passage, to require any current applicable By-Laws and Rules and Regulations to be recorded with the Land Evidence Records Department in the City or Town where the Condominium is located. Likewise, any changes or amendments to the By-Laws and Rules and Regulations must also be recorded within 30 days of a change. Read the article…………………………….
- Understanding Management Fees: Minding the Bottom LineAmong the many factors necessary for multifamily residential buildings to achieve financial stability, proper budget planning, compliance, and trust among shareholders, effective fee management is one of the most important. Understanding the billing structures property management companies use with different client communities can help determine which one is the best fit for your particular building or HOA. Read the article…………………………….
- Handling Mismanagement: Clear Expectations Are KeyThe right property management team can make or break a building. While basic day-to-day maintenance and financial oversight often take priority when managing a multifamily property, comprehensive property management also includes building security, legal compliance, and resident satisfaction. Read the article…………………………….
- Q&A: Dealing with a Rogue BoardQ. I was a member of our three-person association condo board for about one year. I resigned after I realized the other two people were having secret meetings and making decisions without my input, and bringing their two-to-one vote to the full board meetings. Read the Q&A………………………………..
- Responding to Litigation: Be Discreet, Be Professional, Be TimelyThere’s an old joke about business partners on the outs. The punchline is something like, “my lawyer is bigger than your lawyer!” Punchlines aside, though, who can you sue, when, and for what? In our litigious society, the short answer is nearly anybody, pretty much anytime, and for just about anything, depending on your resources. Read the article…………………………….
- The President’s Role: Communication, Leadership, & CommitmentWhat is the role of a board president in a shared-interest community? Is he or she more like a CEO, an administrative custodian, or a figurehead? Depending on the community and the needs and expectations of its members, the answer could be a combination of all three in different measures. Regardless, leading a community of residents with diverse needs and opinions is mostly a balancing act, and not for the faint of heart. To be done well, the job requires ...
- Access Control & Securing Your Building: Who Goes There?Technology and communication are advancing and evolving rapidly in today’s fast-paced world. Multifamily buildings—home to residents with diverse needs, expectations, and preferences—present unique security challenges. These buildings must manage a stream of visitors, multiple entrances, and all the everyday complexities of community living, where trust and awareness among neighbors can vary widely. Boards and associations need to consider all these factors when choosing the best security solutions for their community. Read the article…………………………….
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