Common Areas
Common areas are shared spaces and facilities within a development accessible to all residents or tenants, maintained through service charge contributions and managed by the owners association or property management.
| Inclusions | Facilities |
| Building infrastructure | Lobbies, elevators, corridors, staircases |
| Recreation | Swimming pools, gyms, sports courts |
| Landscaping | Gardens, walkways, parking areas |
| Service areas | Security stations, maintenance rooms |
| Maintenance Responsibility | Entity |
| Day-to-day upkeep | Property management company |
| Major repairs | Owners association decision |
| Capital improvements | Requires owner approval |
| Cost allocation | Per square foot of unit ownership |
| Service Charge Coverage | Included |
| Staff costs | Security, cleaners, maintenance |
| Utilities | Common area electricity, water |
| Insurance | Building structure coverage |
| Sinking fund | Reserve for major future repairs |
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