New York §339-x

Waiver of use of common elements

Statute:
New York §339-x · Law RPP (Real Property Law)
Topic:
Assessments & Finance · Waiver
Applies to:
Condo associations

Waiving use of common elements does not relieve a unit owner of liability for common charges.

waiver; common elements; common charges

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Frequently asked

What does New York §339-x require?
Waiving use of common elements does not relieve a unit owner of liability for common charges.
Who does New York §339-x apply to?
New York §339-x applies to Condo associations in New York.
What happens if our condo or HOA doesn't comply with §339-x?
Non-compliance with this New York statute can expose the association and its officers to private civil suit, and (for offering-plan / sponsor matters under GBS) to enforcement action by the New York Attorney General's Real Estate Finance Bureau. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
Where can I read the official text of New York §339-x?
The official text is published by the New York State Legislature at nysenate.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Waiver of use of common elements?
SoShiny calculates per-unit assessments automatically from ownership percentages and tracks payment status against every levy. The unit-level ledger is the audit trail your CPA, attorney, and the board need when an owner disputes a charge. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of New York §339-x prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a New York-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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