RESPONSIBILITY FOR PAYMENT OF WORKS
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❓ Identified Question
"Who must pay for repair works on common parts of a detached house in horizontal property?"
🎯 Direct Answer
Repair expenses for common parts, such as the roof, are generally to be shared among the condominium owners, unless otherwise agreed.
Legal Basis: Artigo 1421.º do Código Civil View on DRE
Official Documentation
📋 Context & Applicability
Expenses are shared among the condominium owners, unless otherwise agreed.
Common parts, such as the roof and terrace, are the joint responsibility of the condominium owners.
- Verify if there is an agreement among the condominium owners regarding the allocation of expenses.
- Consult the constitutive title to understand the definition of common parts.
✅ Technical Checklist
- Confirm the nature of the affected parts (common vs exclusive).
- Gather documentation regarding the works carried out and the associated costs.
Applicability depends on prior agreements among the condominium owners.
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