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Splitting a Mandatory Condo Assessment: What Is the Fairest Way?

Written by CondoAssociation.com | Tue, Jul 14, 2026 @ 03:00 PM

This question was submitted by Diane of Los Angeles.

 What is the proper way to split the cost for a seven-unit condominium that has been mandated to complete a garage retrofit by the City of LA? Units vary significantly in size. Should we split the cost by square footage or divide it equally among all owners?