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Board must not ignore its maintenance duties

BY DAVID M. BENDOFF
Jan 16, 2021 7:00 AM - Q: The board of our condominium association frequently puts issues to a poll of the owners, even when the decision is solely within the jurisdiction of the board. Recently, owners were questioned about a significant common element repair project. A majority of the owners "voted" against it, as they don't want to spend the money.
Association cannot hold raffle to raise money

BY DAVID M. BENDOFF
Jan 9, 2021 7:00 AM - Q: Our not-for-profit condominium association is short on funds for a couple of common element maintenance and repair projects. The board wants to hold a public 50/50 raffle in order to raise funds for this work. Can we do this?
Condominiums are spoke on real estate cycle

BY DAVID M. BENDOFF
Jan 2, 2021 7:00 AM - The Illinois Condominium Property Act was adopted in 1962 and was effective July 1, 1963. It is my understanding that the first declaration of condominium was recorded on July 31, 1963, in Cook County. It's been "off to the races" since then.
Board is allowed to sue developer

BY DAVID M. BENDOFF
Dec 26, 2020 7:00 AM - Q: Our condominium association was recently turned over from the developer. An engineer retained by the board has identified numerous construction defects that will be expensive to repair. Negotiations with the developer broke down, and it looks like the association is going to file suit against the developer.
Owner is responsible for balcony damage

BY DAVID M. BENDOFF
Dec 19, 2020 7:00 AM - Q: Our condominium association is in the process of performing extensive repairs on the balconies. During an inspection by the contractor, it was learned that an owner used an epoxy to install carpet on the balcony serving his unit. It is going to be very expensive to remove the carpet and repair balcony damage caused by the epoxy.
Board should be wary of advice from other states

BY DAVID M. BENDOFF
Dec 12, 2020 7:00 AM - The board of an Illinois condominium needs to be very cautious in relying on suggestions that are based on how things are done in Florida, or any other state.
Board's meeting times are inconvenient

BY DAVID M. BENDOFF
Dec 5, 2020 7:00 AM - Q: Is the board of our association required to hold its meetings during typical business hours?
Surveillance camera videos are private property

BY DAVID M. BENDOFF
Nov 28, 2020 7:00 AM - Q: The board of our condominium association installed surveillance cameras at various common element locations in the association. What if I suspected my spouse is cheating on me? Could the board refuse my request for a copy of the surveillance camera video that could support my suspicion?
Face coverings can be mandated in common areas

BY DAVID M. BENDOFF
Nov 21, 2020 7:00 AM - Q: Many owners in our condominium association have expressed a concern about the surge in cases of COVID-19 in Illinois. To date, the board has posted signs reminding people about wearing face coverings and social distancing in the building. However, too many residents are ignoring these "polite" reminders.
Can a board require a member to resign?

BY DAVID M. BENDOFF
Nov 14, 2020 7:00 AM - The board of our association requires new board members to sign a "board member oath." It includes a provision that the board member must submit a resignation if the board determines the board member has violated the oath.

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