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The subject of windows often precipitates the most troubling conversations, raising questions asked about condominiums and exactly what the association owns as common area and what an individual owner owns.
The governing documents specify what real estate elements are owned and exactly who owns each.
However, very few governing documents specify ownership of window elements. Therefore, when a window is damaged or requires replacement, the condominium board and the owner involved look to the governing documents to determine who pays for the replacement.
Without a definition of window elements under the category of windows, it's a good idea for the board to take the time to work with counsel to define ownership of the window elements.
Window elements might include:
- glass -- all panes, gas between panes
- frame
- sash
- lock
- shutter
- screen
- external architectural elements around windows
- internal frames around windows
- window sills
Once ownership of window elements -- and the elements might be different for different types of windows, including sliding glass doors, possibly -- is defined, then responsibility for replacing a 'window' can be established.
Note that every condominium association and its assets is different from every other condominium association and its assets.
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Is a locker or storage in a condominium a common property or limited common property?
Read your governing documents to identify which definition applies to your particular locker or storage area. There is no standard.
Is wall sharing between owners of condo units consider to be common area?
Read your governing documents. In the index, look for 'Boundary Definition' or similar entry, which will answer your question.Every condominium unit is different; every state is different -- and condominium governing documents are based on individual state condominium laws.
Is the space between the two floors of a duplex condominium common area?
Read your governing documents to determine the line where your ownership stops and where the ownership by common area or limited common area, the association's ownership begins.Usually, individual ownership begins 'at the studs', 'at the skin', 'at the paint' or some other properly described line of demarcation.
What is considered common area in a condominium?
A stairwell that leads to a single upstairs unit; a deck outside a condominium accessible only by one unit; the roof area accessible only by the penthouse; assigned parking slots assigned to a single unit.There are other examples of limited common areas unique to unique condominium communities, depending on their location in the world.Examples of common property are the pool, the clubhouse, or the golf course.
Is the common area of condominiums considered public as far as the building code goes?
Common area is the terminology used to describe real estate assets owned by a common interest community, owned in common by all owners, as opposed to assets completed owned by individual member owners, such as their individual condominium units or homes.Since the common area real estate is owned by the association, of course the local building code applies, but the area is not, by definition, open to the public.
How do you determine the price of a condo and what part does the area play in the pricing of a condo?
Condominium ownership implies that according to the land-use documents on file in your county hall of records, all owners own areas in common, and individual unit owners own space inside a line drawn somewhere in or on the walls of each unit. If you're pricing your condominium, the price you ask includes the space defined for your unit and all the common area owned -- in common -- with all other owners. As an individual seller, you have no option to include or exclude common areas from the purchase. You can work with a local condominium-savvy real estate agent to help you establish a range for your property, given comparables in the local market.
What is the average area of a condominium?
It depends on the geography where the condominium is located. Usually, in high-density urban areas, a condominium is smaller; in suburbs, the units can be larger. Since a unit can be a studio or a penthouse, or a one-, two-, or three-bedroom unit, depending on where it is located in the building, an average would only be useful by type of condominium.
What object will take in more heat a single-pane window or a double-pane window?
The double pane window should be more efficient in keeping heat out. However, there is also more heat transfer from the frames if they are metal rather than vinyl. And the surface area of the double pane window is greater so it takes more time for the energy to be absorbed than the single pane window....I think:( My friend told me this information
In a condominium, a paved area is shaped like a circle with a diameter measuring 10 m?
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Where can I find antique picture frames in the Phoenix, Az area?
One can find an antique picture frames in the phoenix, AZ area from retail store like Target. One can also find picture frames on sites like eBay or Amazon as well.
Are pipes between the interior and exterior walls of a condo considered common area?
You can find the answer you want in your state's condominium law, where ownership default boundaries may be defined. Then, you can read your governing documents to determine whether the state's default boundaries have been adjusted by your declaration.Knowing this detail is important when insuring your condominium, because if you are responsible to repair damage to your unit caused by a pipe leaking or bursting, then having the appropriate insurance coverage is best.Every set of condominium governing documents is different; every state condominium law defines boundaries and ownership defaults differently.
What is meant by a partial common element in a condo unit such as a radiator valve?
Generally, real estate assets in condominium communities are designated as common area, limited common area, or private. Your governing documents give you the boundary definitions for your community and its ownership guidlines. A radiator valve may have its own designation -- partial common element -- which requires a definition within the governing documents. Otherwise, your association attorney can define this term for you.
