PAYMENT OF CONDOMINIUM FEES
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❓ Identified Question
"Can I stop paying the condominium fees due to the lack of presentation of accounts and maintenance?"
🎯 Direct Answer
As a rule, the lack of presentation of accounts does not justify the suspension of condominium fee payments.
Legal Basis: Artigo 1424.º do Código Civil View on DRE
Official Documentation
📋 Context & Applicability
The lack of presentation of accounts is not, by itself, a reason to stop paying the fees.
Condominium fees are owed regardless of the management and maintenance of the building, except in specific situations provided by law.
- Continue paying the condominium fees to avoid debts and possible legal actions.
- Formally complain to the administrator about the lack of accounting and maintenance.
✅ Technical Checklist
- Verify if there are minutes from previous assemblies.
- Request the presentation of accounts from the administrator.
- Consider convening an extraordinary assembly.
Applicability depends on a more detailed analysis of the condominium's situation.
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