Question:
My condominium association refused to provide me with an accounting and final amount due for a special assessment. The management company mismanaged the accounting records and the president of the board said it was too much work to provide the final amount due. He said it would be available when the new management company took over. The new management company is now demanding a $50 fee to provide a record of payments, fees, and the amount due on the special assessment for my condo.
– Jan
Answer:
Hi Jan,
In Washington, condominium associations are legally required to maintain accurate financial records and provide owners with access to these records upon request. If your association has refused to provide an accounting of the special assessment and the new management company is now charging a fee to access this information, you have a few options.
First, review your governing documents to understand your rights regarding access to financial records and any potential fees that may apply. Then, submit a formal written request to the management company, referencing your right to access financial records under state law and the governing documents. Be sure to specify that you are seeking a full accounting of payments, fees, and the final amount due for the special assessment.
If the management company insists on the $50 fee and you believe it is unreasonable or not explicitly authorized, consider bringing the issue to the attention of the board at an upcoming meeting or by submitting a formal complaint to the board in writing. Communication is important here, so make sure to speak to your board and let them know about your concerns.
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