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What is the role of the Syndic or Managing Agent in a French apartment building co-ownership?
What is the role of the Syndic or Managing Agent in a French apartment building co-ownership?
- Handling property transactions for apartment owners
- Regulating relationships between owners, service suppliers, and insurance companies (correct)
- Managing apartment renovations and repairs
- Providing legal advice to apartment owners
What is the responsibility of each owner in a French apartment building co-ownership?
What is the responsibility of each owner in a French apartment building co-ownership?
- To avoid following any rules or regulations provided by the Notary
- To solely focus on their own apartment and not interfere in other matters
- To understand the rights and responsibilities detailed by the statutes (correct)
- To solely rely on the Syndic for all decision-making
What is the typical insurance required by the developer of any apartment building in France?
What is the typical insurance required by the developer of any apartment building in France?
- Health insurance for all residents
- Car insurance for all owners
- Life insurance for the Syndic
- Building defects liability insurance (correct)
What document should each apartment owner receive from the Notary when purchasing an apartment in France?
What document should each apartment owner receive from the Notary when purchasing an apartment in France?
Who is responsible for managing apartment buildings and regulating relationships in a French co-ownership system?
Who is responsible for managing apartment buildings and regulating relationships in a French co-ownership system?
What term describes a residence split into separate and physically distinct apartments in France?
What term describes a residence split into separate and physically distinct apartments in France?
What is the role of the Conseil Syndical (CS) in a Copropriété?
What is the role of the Conseil Syndical (CS) in a Copropriété?
What is the process for members of the Conseil Syndical (CS) to be elected?
What is the process for members of the Conseil Syndical (CS) to be elected?
What is the function of the Scrutineer of the Votes at an AG meeting?
What is the function of the Scrutineer of the Votes at an AG meeting?
What is a requirement for a person acting as a proxy for an owner at an AG meeting?
What is a requirement for a person acting as a proxy for an owner at an AG meeting?
What action can dissatisfied owners take if the existing Conseil Syndical (CS) will not cooperate with their suggested changes?
What action can dissatisfied owners take if the existing Conseil Syndical (CS) will not cooperate with their suggested changes?
What is a restriction on approving major expenditures by the Syndic without AG approval?
What is a restriction on approving major expenditures by the Syndic without AG approval?
What can be a consequence if a Conseil Syndical (CS) cannot work with an existing Syndic?
What can be a consequence if a Conseil Syndical (CS) cannot work with an existing Syndic?
What recommendation is given to a Conseil Syndical (CS) when selecting a new Syndic for a Copropriété?
What recommendation is given to a Conseil Syndical (CS) when selecting a new Syndic for a Copropriété?
What is done in case of an irreconcilable breakdown between a Conseil Syndical (CS) and a Syndic?
What is done in case of an irreconcilable breakdown between a Conseil Syndical (CS) and a Syndic?
What does a Syndic need to do if an owner is dissatisfied with a maintenance contractor?
What does a Syndic need to do if an owner is dissatisfied with a maintenance contractor?
What must the Syndic provide to owners 15 days before the Annual General Meeting (AG)?
What must the Syndic provide to owners 15 days before the Annual General Meeting (AG)?
What is one of the responsibilities of the Syndic in maintaining records of the building?
What is one of the responsibilities of the Syndic in maintaining records of the building?
What should owners do if they want to add items to the Agenda of the AG?
What should owners do if they want to add items to the Agenda of the AG?
If an owner's apartment needs urgent repairs and they are unresponsive, what action can the Syndic take?
If an owner's apartment needs urgent repairs and they are unresponsive, what action can the Syndic take?
What action is legally required if a significant service/work/contract needs to be carried out in a building?
What action is legally required if a significant service/work/contract needs to be carried out in a building?
What do French contents' insurance policies require apartment owners to have cover against?
What do French contents' insurance policies require apartment owners to have cover against?
What is required for matters to be discussed at the AG?
What is required for matters to be discussed at the AG?
What is the responsibility of an owner who buys an apartment with the intention of renting it out?
What is the responsibility of an owner who buys an apartment with the intention of renting it out?
What is the consequence if an owner fails to pay the service charges on time?
What is the consequence if an owner fails to pay the service charges on time?
What is the role of the Conseil Syndical (CS) in relation to the Syndic?
What is the role of the Conseil Syndical (CS) in relation to the Syndic?
What is one of the exclusive powers of the Syndic according to French property law?
What is one of the exclusive powers of the Syndic according to French property law?
What is required before an owner can modify a supporting wall in their apartment?
What is required before an owner can modify a supporting wall in their apartment?
What does the law state regarding exterior modifications to private apartments?
What does the law state regarding exterior modifications to private apartments?
What is the main law governing Copropriétés?
What is the main law governing Copropriétés?
Who determines what needs to be done for maintenance, repair, or improvement of a building during a General Assembly of Owners?
Who determines what needs to be done for maintenance, repair, or improvement of a building during a General Assembly of Owners?
What is required at least once a year according to French property law for all owners of an apartment building?
What is required at least once a year according to French property law for all owners of an apartment building?
In what scenario can an amateur owner serve as a Syndic for a building with multiple apartments?
In what scenario can an amateur owner serve as a Syndic for a building with multiple apartments?
