CCS Condominium Governance & Association Relations 3

Question 1

Which document in a condominium's governing hierarchy typically takes precedence over the bylaws?

Accepted Answer

The declaration (master deed)

Answer

The declaration (master deed) is the foundational document and takes precedence over bylaws, rules, and regulations in the governance hierarchy.

Question 2

A quorum requirement of 30% for annual meetings means:

Accepted Answer

30% of the total voting interest must be represented to conduct business

Answer

A quorum is the minimum percentage of voting interest that must be present or represented by proxy for a meeting to be validly convened and conduct official business.

Question 3

Under the Fair Housing Act, a condominium association may NOT deny a reasonable accommodation request from a resident with a disability unless:

Accepted Answer

The accommodation would fundamentally alter operations or cause undue hardship

Answer

The Fair Housing Act requires associations to grant reasonable accommodations unless doing so would impose an undue financial or administrative burden or fundamentally alter the nature of services.

Question 4

An 'estoppel letter' (or 'resale certificate') in a condominium transaction serves what primary function?

Accepted Answer

It discloses the association's financial status and any amounts owed by the seller

Answer

An estoppel letter confirms amounts owed by the selling unit owner and provides buyers with key financial and rule information about the association.

Question 5

The role of a condominium ombudsman, where established by state law, is primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Mediate disputes between unit owners and the association before litigation

Answer

A condo ombudsman provides a neutral, low-cost dispute resolution mechanism to help owners and associations resolve conflicts without going to court.

(CCS) Certified Condominium Specialist Practice Test

(CCS) Certified Condominium Specialist Practice Test

CCS Condominium Governance & Association Relations 3