MAINTENANCE & MOLD

Maintenance Duties. Maintenance obligations are often poorly defined in an association's governing documents. As a result, when something fails and damage occurs, insurance carriers, boards of directors, and homeowners disagree as to who was negligent and pays for the damage. We provide boards with policies and procedures and legal counsel for the following:

Water damage disputes
Mold liability
CC&R interpretation
Insurance claims & disputes
Plumbing, electrical & HVAC systems
Windows
Balconies & patios

Maintenance Chart. Once everyone's maintenance obligations have been determined, a "Maintenance Chart" (also called a maintenance matrix) should be created. As illustrated below, it describes in a clear, understandable format who is responsible for what. The chart will change depending on whether townhomes or condominiums are being referenced. The chart should then be made part of the rules and regulations and distributed to all owners. When an association restates its CC&Rs, it can incorporate the chart as an exhibit.