MA H1523

Establishes an Office of the Condominium Ombudsman within the Attorney General's Office to receive, investigate, and resolve complaints from unit owners, boards of directors, community associations, and other parties

Requires the ombudsman to serve as a liaison between condominium stakeholders, develop educational materials, and make recommendations to the Attorney General and Legislature on condominium-related matters

Creates a Condominium Mediation Pilot Program with at least two mediators to resolve disputes, including those involving delinquent fees, though decisions will be non-binding

Imposes a $50 fee on sellers upon condominium conveyances over $100 to fund the ombudsman office and mediation program

Sets mediation participation fee of at least $200 for initiating parties, with eligibility guidelines prioritizing low and middle-income homeowners and senior citizens, and fee waivers available for indigent participants