The problem of damp and other molds doesn't always have a well-detected cause. We understand, however, that in your case the source of the damp on the walls has already been identified: the building's roof needs repairing.

Let's start by clarifying that the roof (or roof terraces, even if they are intended for the use of any fraction) is one of the common parts of a condominium.


WHO PAYS FOR REPAIRS TO THE COMMON PARTS?

The condominium fees are used precisely to pay for these expenses, which are necessary for the upkeep of the building and therefore for the benefit of all the owners.

The roof is a common part and is owned by everyone. It is therefore up to the condominium to pay for repairs and damage to the units.


WHAT CAN I DO TO GET WORK DONE ON THE ROOF?

You should start this whole process by reporting the problem to the administration or the condominium company. This is because work on the common parts of the condominium is decided at a meeting of tenants and must comply with the rules on safety and noise.

It is up to the condominium administration to manage the works process, including issues related to budget requests, contracting and licensing.


WHAT IF THE CONDOMINIUM TAKES FOREVER TO DECIDE TO GO AHEAD WITH THE REPAIRS?

If there is an urgent need to carry out essential repairs to this common area, as is exactly the case with you, work can be carried out on your own initiative.

However, before these works are carried out, we advise you to find a solution at the condominium owners' meeting, which will be recorded in the minutes, so that you don't suffer any damage in the future, both to your property and to your relationship with your neighbors.

In fact, if the condominium doesn't have enough funds to pay for the work, you can go ahead with the payment and the condominium will reimburse you for the amount paid. But it's important to be aware that if there is a lack of funds, you may find it difficult to be reimbursed for this reason, so it's important that your decision is preceded by an agreement reached at the condominium meeting, such as being exempt from paying future expenses related to repairing the building's façades, as compensation for the costs incurred by paying for the work previously carried out.

At the Housing and Energy Desk, a partnership between Deco and the local authorities, we can advise you and help you resolve these conflicts. Is there a Housing and Energy Desk in your municipality? Get in touch and ask for it!





Source: Idealista/News
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