Va. Code § 55.1-2015: Payment of assessments upon conveyance of apartment; priority

Upon the sale or conveyance of an apartment, all unpaid assessments against a co-owner for his pro rata share in the expenses provided for in § 55.1-2014 shall first be paid out of the sale price or by the purchaser in priority over any other assessments or charges of whatever nature except the following:1. Assessments, liens, and charges in favor of the Commonwealth or any locality for taxes past due and unpaid on the apartment; and2. Payments due under mortgages duly recorded.1962, c. 627, § 15, § 55-79.15; 2019, c. 712.