Condominium associations rely on several key parties to keep communities operating effectively. Understanding these different roles can help reduce confusion and improve communication within the community.
- Board of Directors: The board of directors is the association’s primary decision-making body. The board is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and replacing common elements, raising necessary funds, enforcing governing documents, and setting goals for the community. From approving projects to making financial and policy decisions, the board is responsible for the major decisions that affect the association and its residents.
- Community Association Manager: The community association manager implements the decisions made by the board. Responsibilities often include coordinating day-to-day operations, collecting assessments, paying bills, and overseeing maintenance and repairs as directed by the board. It is important to understand that the manager does not independently make association decisions. Instead, the manager acts under the authority delegated by the board.
- Role of the Association: The association itself functions similarly to a quasi-municipal organization. Its purpose is to maintain certain parts of the property and enforce community rules designed to benefit all owners. However, confusion can arise when determining whether certain issues fall under the association’s responsibility or the unit owner’s responsibility. Questions regarding maintenance, repairs, and property boundaries often require review of the governing documents.
Why does it matter? Understanding these roles can help owners communicate more effectively, set realistic expectations, and reduce disputes within the community. When everyone understands who is responsible for what, condominium communities tend to operate more smoothly and efficiently.
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