Condo Adviser: If board members won’t enforce rules, elect new ones who will
Remind board members of the obligations to enforce governing documents; if that fails, then elect new members who will follow rules.
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Condo Adviser: Chicago’s municipal code requires inspections of elevators, escalators in central business district
The City of Chicago Municipal Code requires annual inspections of elevators, escalators and other conveyance devices for all buildings located in the central business district.
Condo Adviser: Board members’ reelection at meeting without unit owners is not valid
The election of condo board directors must occur at a unit owner annual meeting with at least 10 days but no more than 30 days notice.
Condo Adviser: Board has right to access units for insect abatement treatment
An insect infestation qualifies as a situation for a condominium board to have legal right to enter a unit to abate the infestation.
Condo Adviser: Incomplete elevator modernization project could merit claims against consultant and contractor
Both contracts should be reviewed to see if there are provisions regarding limitation of damages that could affect remedies.
Condo Adviser: Impact of artificial intelligence on communal living is not yet clear
Technology has changed how we live, work and interact with each other, which has even trickled down to the manner in which condominium associations operate.
Condo Adviser: Board can fine owner of unit causing offensive odor in hallway
A condo board also can file a declaratory lawsuit seeking a court order to abate the odor conditions.
Condo Adviser: Common Interest Community Association Act applies to organizations of a certain size
If a community association has more than 10 units or an annual budget of more than $100,000, it is subject to the Common Interest Community Association Act.
Condo Adviser: Not installing exercise bar for disabled resident is not considered discrimination
Federal law allows a physically disabled unit owner to request a reasonable accommodation to modify the common elements at their sole expense.
Condo Adviser: Statutes differ based on the form of community association
A townhouse community or even a single-family home community could be submitted to the provisions of the Condominium Act.