This episode of the Common Interest Podcast features Brian Butler, from FirstService Residential.

Brian shares a story about a condominium high-rise in Chicago that faces an urgent need to replace its balconies but hasn’t included the project in their plan for reserve spending. The decision for a special assessment is not an easy one to make but sometimes can be necessary. Hear how this board worked through this tough decision to find a solution that makes the burden of a special assessment as bearable as possible for their building’s residents.

Balcony Project Requires Special Assessment
Brian Butler from FirstService Residential shares a story about a high-rise condo building in Chicago with a large, urgent project the board had not anticipated. Hear how they made and communicated their decision for a special assessment.

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