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Obtaining access agreements for repairs that require access to neighboring properties can be challenging. Changes in laws and enhanced safety measures have made these agreements more complex. Reciprocal access agreements, where both buildings may need access to each other at some point, can help level the playing field and avoid one party being excessively demanding.

Construction projects in New York City face delays and complications when neighboring buildings resist signing access agreements, demanding high fees or holding grudges, causing costly setbacks and suggesting the need for an "access court" to streamline the process.

Gaining access to a neighboring building means that boards have to cooperate with each other.

Prevailing wage calculus is forcing boards to make difficult decisions regarding their staff.

Inform new residents of their rights – and update your website.

Boards have control over who can access their records – but requests shouldn't be taken lightly.

When requesting access, some terms can be unreasonable.

Boards do have discretion regarding steps to take when residents in wheelchairs have accessibility requests.

They have to go out in the mail to new residents ASAP.

Neighbors who go to court over access pay a steep price.