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Joseph, co-ops and condos are not subject to the first amendment.

Zoning boards are subject to the first amendment, but that doesn’t require them to treat religion better than any other activity; they can prevent prayer groups so long as they’re using a rule that applies equally to every comparable group.

Of more concern for zoning boards is RLUIPA, which does require special status for religion. Or if the state has a RFRA, that would have the same effect. Co-ops and condos are not subject to either of those. A co-op or condo could, in principle, ban you from davening in your own home, unless that state has a law that says otherwise.