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EM2 (California)
Posts: 28
Posted:
We have a building built in the 1980s, the spots are deeded to each owner, and one of the spots which is along a wall is particularly challenging for its owner. This owner has owned the unit since the 1980s. But, as cars have gotten larger over the years, he finds it increasingly difficult to maneuver in and out of his space, it particularly depends on when the neighbors park where and hoping they pull all the way into their spots or allow him as much room as possible -- but they aren't in violation (eg: they don't park outside their lines, there are no rules that cars need to be a certain size). He keeps writing letters to the HOA about the problem, but can offer no solutions because, frankly, there are none. What would you consider an appropriate response when short of waiving a magic wand we can't actually change any of the issues involved? We understand his frustration, but we literally have no solution we can think of to offer to fix it. Interested in thoughts or anyone who has had similar experiences. (PS: there are no guest spots or anything else we could offer in 'exchange', all the spots are already allocated to the owners).
LarryB13 (Arizona)
Posts: 4,099
Posted:
This owner made one choice when he purchased the unit 30 years ago and another choice when he purchased his current car. If the car is not compatible with the parking space then it is because he chose poorly. This is not an HOA problem.
ND (PA)
Posts: 792
Posted:
I agree this is not an HOA problem. After finding a nice way to inform him of that fact, you could still try to help him out.

Advise him to try and work things out with the owner who parks directly next to him. Maybe that owner doesn't even know they are making it difficult for him.

Perhaps you have the ability to reach out (via email, webpage, social network, etc.) to other owners and see if anyone is willing to work out an arrangement with him to trade spots? Caveat that with the disclaimer that the HOA will have no responsibility/liability with whatever arrangement is worked out between the two owners. Simply put the two owners in touch with each other and step away.
EM2 (California)
Posts: 28
Posted:
No, everyone is WELL aware of his situation, believe me. Everyone does try, its just its not first and foremost on everyone's mind to pull up the maximum amount every time the park. I should also point out, he certainly could have purchased a smaller car then he did. its not huge, but it is a standard size car
EM2 (California)
Posts: 28
Posted:
There is no one on the planet who would change spots with him. Space is tight overall in the garage. 8 of the 12 units have tandem spots, and everyone complains about being short on space (again, as cars get larger...). Also, frankly, he's a really unpleasant man that no one wants to interact with anyway and no one would give up one of their spots to help him even if they had that luxury of extra space, because even if you offered him something he would probably complain about what you gave him...
ND (PA)
Posts: 792
Posted:
Seems like you and other have tried to reason with an unreasonable person. Simply ignore him from now on.
If he persists to the point of harassment of the Board or other owners, then seek legal means to quiet him down.
NpS (Pennsylvania)
Posts: 4,216
Posted:
The perfect solution will only cost him $99 a month. See link below:

http://www.smartusa.com/?mobilefull=true&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Desktop-Brand&utm_csmartcar

Sikubali jukumu. Read all posts at your own risk.

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