Condominium boards do more than just collect fees from residents. They also serve as the voice for everyone living in a condominium community and help to manage the maintenance and upkeep of common areas. Plus, they set and enforce standards that help maintain...
Condominium And Homeowners Association Law
Common construction issues that condo owners run into
When you buy a condo, you’re looking for an investment. Something up to date that will be safe and homey. It seems safe to assume that a condo built recently won’t need repairs for quite a few years. Unfortunately, not all condominiums are built equally, and...
Construction defect claims involve many issues
People in Louisiana and Eastern Texas invest a lot of money and time in their construction projects. Whether it is the new dream home of a couple or the latest development of an investment group, the last thing any real estate investor wants is to discover a major...
Overview of restrictive covenants
There may be an impression among Louisiana residents that homeowners associations are very bureaucratic in that they tell individual residents in subdivisions what they can and cannot do. However, the power of these associations is only as extensive as are the...
Leaning condominium leads to lawsuit
A condominium that is supposedly leaning by three inches has prompted the general contractor on the project to file suit against the property developer. The lawsuit alleges that the high-rise condominium, which spans almost 60 stories, leans because of the fact that...
Helping contractors enjoy the New Orleans housing boom
Right now, the area in and around the Big Easy is experiencing a spike in new construction projects. In particular, new condominium develops are popping up all over the greater New Orleans area. In a perfect world, a high demand for new construction can lead to...
Understanding violations of HOA regulations
Purchasing and owning a home is an exciting and major life event. However, owning a home is much more than owning a residence. A house comes with many responsibilities and upkeep, and if a home is purchased in a development, such as a homeowners association, it means...