ARCHIVE SEARCH RESULTS

The Board of Managers of the Columbus House Condominium obtained a court order granting it access to an adjoining property to perform repairs under RPL 881, but did not receive a court order requiring the adjoining property owner to pay for the costs of completing the repairs. (Print: HOW MANY TIMES DO I HAVE TO ASK?)

A cooperative board and shareholders had to go before a judge to resolve a leak and other issues, with the court ruling that the co-op had made sufficient allegations to support its claim of a breach of the proprietary lease. (Print: Much Ado About a Leak)

Big Six Towers, Inc. successfully challenged a $1.4 million water bill from the Department of Environmental Protection, arguing that the bill was an underbilled service subject to a two-year statute of limitations, and the court agreed. (Print: Unbilled or Underbilled?)

The court ruled in favor of Mr. Clauser, stating that he was not liable for the repair and maintenance of the French doors in his apartment, as he had never signed an agreement with the co-op or the previous owner. (Print: Old Alterations, New Headaches)

Helene Schulman, a Beekman East condo unit-owner, faced legal action for hoarding, causing a fire, and obstructing repairs. Court granted preliminary injunction for condo access.

Greenwich Court Condominium sued Con Edison for negligence over water pipe corrosion caused by escaping steam. The court rejected Con Edison's motion for summary judgment, and the case highlights why property-damage claims often go to trial, potentially lasting years and impacting the community.

New co-op board president's actions led to resignations, legal battles, and contract termination. Discrimination claims and contract disputes ensued, emphasizing the need for fair and contract-compliant decisions.

In the case of Bacharach v. Bd. of Mgrs. of the Brooks-Van Horn Condo, a condominium board faced legal consequences for allegedly neglecting its responsibility to enforce house rules regarding excessive noise complaints from one unit against their upstairs neighbors.

A condominium owner's violation of pet restrictions leads to a lawsuit, emphasizing the need for swift board response and legal considerations regarding pets and service animals in co-op and condo buildings.

It can be risky business when residents hire building staffers for minor repairs.