REPRESENTATION AT ASSEMBLIES
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❓ Identified Question
"Who may represent a condominium owner at condominium assemblies?"
🎯 Direct Answer
As a rule, only the owners of the units may vote and make decisions at assemblies, unless there is a valid power of attorney.
Legal Basis: Artigo 1431.º do Código Civil View on DRE
Official Documentation
📋 Context & Applicability
Representation depends on a valid power of attorney.
Representation at condominium assemblies is governed by the Civil Code, which establishes that, as a rule, only the owners may vote, unless they have delegated this function to another person through a power of attorney.
- Verify if there is a valid power of attorney.
- Confirm the ownership of the condominium owner's unit.
✅ Technical Checklist
- Confirm the presence of the owner or a power of attorney.
- Verify the legitimacy of the representative.
Applicability depends on the existence of a power of attorney.
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