COMMON AREA SECOND-HAND SMOKE

QUESTION:  Can associations prohibit smoking in the common areas?

ANSWER:  Yes. Most associations already prohibit smoking in enclosed common areas, such as elevators, lobbies, hallways, stairwells, restrooms, laundry rooms, etc.

There is a move in many condominium associations to prohibit smoking on balconies because smoke drifts into other units. Some associations have also enacted bans in playground areas to protect children.

Updated by ADAMS KESSLER 10/30/2007