Various issues can arise between owners in multi-unit buildings, whether regarding cost sharing, maintenance, or changes to common areas. We advise housing associations and individual owners on their rights and obligations.
Housing association issues
Housing associations handle the operation and maintenance of common areas in multi-unit buildings. Disputes can arise regarding cost sharing, decision-making procedures, and individual owners' rights.
- Cost sharing and fees
- Maintenance projects
- Changes to common areas
- Disputes between owners
- Annual meetings and voting rights
Private vs common property
It is important to understand the distinction between private property (the apartment itself) and common property (stairways, roof, exterior walls). This distinction affects responsibility for maintenance and repairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
A housing association is an organization of all owners in a multi-unit building. The association is responsible for common areas of the building and makes decisions about maintenance, operation and changes. All owners are bound by the association's decisions.
Costs are usually divided according to ownership share, but the housing association can decide on a different division with majority approval. Some cost items may be divided equally among owners regardless of property size.
Private property is the part of the building that belongs exclusively to a specific owner, such as the apartment itself. Common property consists of parts that all owners share, such as stairways, roof, exterior walls and the lot.
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Contact us to get advice on your rights and obligations in the multi-unit building.