Q: The rear windows of my apartment in a Westchester co-op overlook a small outdoor sitting area with views of woods, birds, squirrels and chipmunks. A: Co-op boards do not like to get in the middle of neighbor disputes, so you need to make a strong case. Your board might think that it adequately addressed the problem when it told your neighbor to move the grill to a safer area. The space is a common area and if grilling is permitted, the board may not be terribly concerned. Families are spending much more time at home, and your neighbor may simply be looking for ways to enjoy his summer.

Source: New York Times August 08, 2020 13:52 UTC