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In a condominium (PPE), not everything is decided on your own: depending on whether areas are private or common, the rules on decisions and payment change. Here are the essentials.
Private areas: you are free
Inside your unit (non-load-bearing walls, ceilings, interior paint), you decide on and fund your own painting and decorating work, in compliance with the condominium rules.
Common areas: the assembly decides
Stairwells, halls, façades and corridors are common areas. Work on them is decided by the co-owners' assembly and funded through the renovation fund, pro rata to the shares (millièmes).
The borderline cases
- Windows and shutters: often common even when they open onto your unit
- Balconies: private use but a structure that is sometimes common
- When in doubt, the condominium rules are what count
How we help
We carry out private work (your flat) as well as common areas, on behalf of a letting agency or a condominium board, with a clear quote and suitable invoicing.
This article is for information only; your condominium's rules and the law on co-ownership take precedence.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I repaint my stairwell on my own?
No: it is a common area, so the decision rests with the co-owners' assembly.
Who pays for painting the façade?
The façade is common: the costs are shared between co-owners according to their shares (millièmes), through the renovation fund.