CONDOMINIUM LIABILITY FOR INFILTRATIONS
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❓ Identified Question
"What is the condominium's liability regarding infiltrations and insurance of the private units?"
🎯 Direct Answer
As a rule, liability for infiltrations involving common parts lies with the condominium, regardless of the existence of individual insurance policies in the private units.
Legal Basis: Artigo 1424.º do Código Civil View on DRE
Official Documentation
📋 Context & Applicability
The condominium's liability applies when the infiltration results from common parts, such as sewage pipes.
Article 1424 of the Civil Code establishes that the condominium is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the common parts.
- Verify the origin of the infiltration (common part vs. private unit).
- Consult the condominium regulations regarding insurance responsibilities.
✅ Technical Checklist
- Confirm whether the infiltration originates from a common part.
- Gather information about the insurance policies of the private units.
- Assess the possibility of joint repair.
Applicability depends on a technical assessment of the infiltration's origin.
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