Sumner Street Condominium

Key facts from Sumner Street Condominium's documents

Reflects the 2004 governing documents — figures and rules are as originally recorded and may have changed since.

Community type

condominium (Passim: "Sumner Street Condominium")

Governing law

Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 183A, as amended (Article I, Section 2.1; Master Deed open)

Assessments & dues

At least 30 days before each fiscal year, Trustees estimate common expenses, including reserves and contingencies, and determine common charge assessment based on each Unit's Beneficial Interest. (Art. V Sec. 5.5B)

Special assessments

Trustees may make supplemental assessments during the fiscal year if actual or anticipated expenses exceed the initial assessment. (Art. V Sec. 5.5B)

Collections & liens

Unpaid assessments together with interest, costs and attorneys' fees constitute a lien on the Unit pursuant to Chapter 183A, Section 6. (Art. V Sec. 5.5B)

Reserves & fees

Trustees shall establish and maintain an adequate reserve fund for periodic maintenance, repair, replacement and improvements to Common Areas and Facilities, funded out of regular assessments. Additionally, a working capital fund is maintai (Art. V Sec. 5.5A)

Pets

Yes, a maximum of one domestic cat or dog per Unit without prior written consent, but Trustees must be notified before the pet is kept in the Unit. (Art. V Sec. 5.1.A)

Leasing & rentals

Yes, but each lease must be for the entire Unit, in writing, for a term of not less than 6 months. No transient or hotel purposes. Lease must include a provision requiring compliance with Master Deed, Trust, and Rules, and a copy of Rules a (Master Deed Section 8(d))

Architectural approval

Yes, all exterior changes, additions, structures, decorations, or attachments (including awnings, screens, antennas, signs, etc.) require prior approval of all Trustees. No painting or decorating of any exterior part without approval. (Master Deed Section 8(b))

Home business

Allowed only if home professional pursuits without regular visits by the public. (Master Deed Section 8(a))

Signs & flags

Only 'For Sale' signs are permitted. No 'For Rent' or 'For Lease' signs. No advertising in windows. (Rules and Regulations #6)

Insurance

Trustees shall obtain and maintain a master policy of casualty and physical damage insurance covering buildings and all insurable improvements (including Common Areas, Limited Common Areas, and Units) at full replacement value without depre (Art. V Sec. 5.8A, 5.8D)

Use restrictions

Each Unit is to be used solely for residential purposes and uses directly incidental thereto. No business activity except home professional pursuits without regular visits by the public. (Master Deed Section 8)

Voting & meetings

Each Unit appoints one Trustee. Board decisions require unanimous consent except actions under certain sections. Unit Owner votes at meetings require unanimous consent. (Art. III Sec. 3.2, 3.7; Art. V Sec. 5.9A)

Amendments

The Trust and By-Laws may be amended only by an instrument in writing signed by the Owners of all Units, and recorded in the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds. (Art. VIII Sec. 8.1)

Extracted from the recorded governing documents and cited to them; may be incomplete and is not legal advice — verify against the official documents below.