What is different about resort condominiums
Many units sit empty from November to May, which means less heat in the building, more freeze risk in plumbing and fewer eyes on a leaking roof. Rental use wears interiors, pools and common rooms faster than owner occupancy. Docks, boat slips, seawalls and shoreline structures add components most city associations never have.
Owners who live out of state also tend to read the budget closely and the building rarely, so a clear funding plan does a lot of work.
Records to find first
The statutory reserve account statement is recorded with the register of deeds in the county where the condominium instruments are recorded: Door, Walworth, Sauk, Vilas, Oneida and so on. A resort condominium with 12 units or fewer sits outside s. 703.163 unless it chose to be covered. Check which applies.
Firms
Travel is the main cost difference. Most firms travel here from the southeast or from out of state, and many prefer the warmer months, when roofs and docks can actually be seen. Ask early if you want a study before the next budget. See the firm list, or use the form below.