"TownDo" Buildings & Their Core Challenges - Building Doctor Show Ep. 47

"TownDo" buildings—shared-wall townhomes that function like condominiums but aren’t legally condos—present unique and often costly challenges for homeowners, HOA boards, and community managers. From rooftop decks and leaking roofs to siding disputes and patchwork repairs, these buildings frequently suffer from systemic failures made worse by fragmented ownership and unclear responsibility.   In this episode, your Building Doctor Jens breaks down: 1. The most common physical failures in "TownDo" buildings 2. Why shared systems fail when ownership is fragmented 3. How legal, insurance, and cost-sharing issues complicate repairs 4. Practical strategies for coordinating inspections and repairs 5.How to fix "TownDos" correctly—and avoid patchwork solutions