I may be a little late to this party, but for the better part of the last year many of my clients have been interested in developing websites for the community to use. I'm a very big proponent for using them on the Management end, as when I develop the website I place all of the information that most residents will call us for and ask for directly on there. (See www.BurnsStreet.com as an example of one website)

This has been especially helpful when I'm setting up a new client, as I can start day one with a new website for the building as well as all of the contact information for Management as well as a way to get in touch with the Board. It only takes me a few hours to get it rolling and slight upkeep throughout the year.

I can see how some companies may not want to have a website for a Cooperative or Condo as they feel it increases a certain amount of liability, but I always create a password protected "Directors" section where only the Board will have access. These sections house minutes, financials, statements, contracts and any other important information. Non-protected areas are important announcements, applications, house rules, etc. We don't have forums on these sites, as those are difficult to moderate and you'll often find that things can get out of hand.

Management of a building takes many tools and this is one tool that I'm utilizing and I feel that the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.If have the skills to do it, why not use them for something that everyone can gain from.