How should common areas
be handled?
Boards generally have the authority to make rules regarding
common elements of the community. If local health authorities
issue limits on public gatherings, boards should take
appropriate action to close amenities. Though it may be an
unpopular decision, closing amenities has been a critical step
in helping to stop the spread of the virus.
Boards should remind residents to follow the directives of
local authorities and can adopt new rules to address a failure
to comply with such directives in common areas. Restricted
access to common areas should be enforced on all
residents equally.
Should 55+ communities take any
extra precautions?
Due to the higher risk to residents, 55+ communities and
high-rises should take increased precautions to prevent
the spread of COVID-19. Consider implementing additional
common area cleanings, installing sanitation stations, and
exploring delivery services to reduce this risk.
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