LEGAL TALK

In this episode, attorney Michael Savino of Braverman Greenspun shares with Habitat's Paula Chin essential guidance for co-op and condo board directors dealing with construction defects in new buildings. The conversation provides a clear roadmap for boards to protect their interests when issues arise after a sponsor hands over control.
Savino explains that while minor problems can often be addressed through punch lists, major defects—particularly in building systems like plumbing and facades—require swift and methodical action. He emphasizes that these issues can be both costly and potentially dangerous to residents and passersby if left unaddressed.