Renovating your flat without the consent of your Housing Society or Apartment Owners Association is illegal. Every society has its own set of bye-laws formulated within the framework of the Societies Registration Act for the state concerned. Here are some do’s and don’ts regarding renovation of your flat:
Do’s:
- Application and Acknowledgment
: Make an application to the Secretary of the society, providing all necessary particulars. Obtain an acknowledgment from the Secretary upon receipt of your application.
- Written Communication
: Ensure that you receive written communication from the Secretary indicating acceptance of your application and granting
No Objectionfor starting renovation work.
- Adhere to Rules
: Abide by all rules laid down by the society, including working hours.
- Maintenance
: Promptly replace broken parts of sanitary pipes and water fittings.
- Fire Safety
: Maintain fire fighting installations through qualified agencies.
- Debris Disposal
: Dispose of debris in an approved plot.
- Safety
: Consider residents’ safety when moving construction materials in and out of your flat.
- Local Authority Approval
: Obtain approval from the local authority for any changes or additions in your flat.
- Cleanliness
: Keep your apartment and premises clean after completing renovation work.
Don’ts:
- Structural Changes
: Avoid changing the existing horizontal or vertical dimensions of the structure.
- Leakage Risk
: Do not alter bathroom/WC/kitchen sink locations in a way that could cause leakage to residents below.
- Load-Bearing Walls
: Refrain from replacing or removing any load-bearing walls.
- Merging Tenancies
: Do not merge tenancies by removing or opening walls between two or more tenancies.
- Unauthorized Additions
: Avoid any unauthorized additions or alterations that could impact the existing structure.
- Safety Jeopardy
: Do not undertake work jeopardizing the building’s safety.
- No Alterations Without Consent
: Do not make alterations or additions to your flat without obtaining consent from the society.
- Common Area Clutter
: Do not place trash, boxes, or other movable personal property in common areas.
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Housing Society drilling on my flat external wall without my permission, is this legal?
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