Condominium Publications
CONDOBYTE - Difficult Owners
Many condominium corporations have experienced “the unit owner from hell”, sometimes called a “condo commando”, who is either a person with mental health issues, or simply someone with too much time on his or her hands. These people are “difficult” people who make life miserable for those who become the targets of their attention.
The question is: What can you do to either bring these people into line, or force them to move ?
The issue is not just one of unnecessary aggravation. There is also a concern over liability because as the “occupier” of the common elements, a condominium corporation has the legal obligation to ensure that the common elements are reasonably safe. This is a real concern if your resident condo commando exhibits any signs of violence or instability.
We have had great success in dealing with these problem owners, ranging from restraining orders to court orders requiring them to sell their units. In most cases, there are effective steps that we can recommend to assist your condominium corporation. For further information, contact Jonathan Fine.
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