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Every co-ownership is based on a number of important legal documents and statutory rules. Think of the Basic Deed<\/strong>, the Co-ownership Regulations<\/strong>, the Internal Rules<\/strong>, and the Co-ownership Act<\/strong>. On this page, you will discover exactly what these documents entail and which rights and obligations they establish for owners and the Property Manager.<\/p>\n\n

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\n \n The basic deed is the official document that legally establishes the co-ownership. It describes the private and common parts. The shares of each owner are also included. <\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \n The Co-ownership Regulations contain the legal rules for the management of the co-ownership. It describes the rights and obligations of all owners. This document is part of the basic deed. <\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \n The Internal Rules contain practical agreements regarding daily life in the building. This includes rules on noise nuisance, pets, or the use of common areas. It can be adjusted by the General Meeting. <\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \n The house rules contain agreements that promote pleasant communal living. It provides clear guidelines for residents and visitors. Everyone in the building is expected to comply with these rules. <\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \n The co-ownership act determines how apartment buildings are legally managed. It describes the rights and obligations of co-owners, the Property Manager, and the Owners Association. All decisions must be in accordance with this law. <\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \n The justice of the peace handles disputes between co-owners, the Property Manager, or the Owners Association. When a conflict cannot be resolved mutually, the justice of the peace can make a binding decision. He is competent for most disputes concerning co-ownership. <\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \n A proxy holder acts on behalf of another person based on a mandate. This can happen, for example, when someone represents an owner in certain actions. The powers are limited to what is established in the mandate. <\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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