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Original appearance and consistency of architectural elements of the building. In horizontal co-ownerships, the declaration of co-ownership (by-laws of the immovable) generally prohibits the co-owners from any aesthetic or other modification likely to break the architectural harmony of the building or to affect the uniformity of the facades. The characteristics and location of the immovable may, as well as the destination of the immovable, serve as justification for this type of restriction. Sometimes, this harmony is ensured under the terms of a servitude included in the declaration of co-ownership.
21/09/2024
When purchasing an apartment in a high-rise building, the buyer automatically becomes a co-owner in a vertical co-ownership, where the units are stacked on top of each other. However, when acquiring a house (detached, townhouse or semi-detached) located on a shared piece of land with other houses, it typically falls under horizontal co-ownership., where…...
30/06/2024
Sometimes, co-owners of contiguous private portions wish to modify the boundaries of their private portions. For example, if one of the two co-owners wishes to enlarge their apartment by incorporating part of the adjacent unit, specific procedures are necessary. Similarly, when a co-owner wishes to merge two units they own…...
16/06/2024
In a co-ownership setting, certain renovations or modifications made by a co-owner may impact the common portions, necessitating specific procedures and approvals. When the work of a co-owner has an impact on the common portions, the latter must obtain authorization from the meeting of the co-owners to have it undertaken, even if…...
01/04/2024
The facades of an immovable not only ensure its sealing, they also have their own identity; in addition to regulating climate conditions and improving the comfort of the occupants, they are vectors of style and therefore, should work be undertaken to repair or replace them, it is essential to ensure their structural, architectural and heritage…...
09/08/2022
A co-owner has placed a satellite dish on his balcony, while the declaration of co-ownership prohibits it. Question: What should the board do in this situation?...