Társasházak

Társasházak, often translated as condominium or apartment buildings, are a common form of housing in Hungary. A társasház is a building with multiple residential units, where each unit is owned by an individual or entity, while the common areas and the land the building stands on are jointly owned by all the unit owners. This collective ownership is managed through a legal framework that defines the rights and responsibilities of each owner.

The ownership structure in a társasház is based on the concept of private ownership of individual units and shared ownership of common property. Common areas typically include hallways, stairwells, elevators, the roof, exterior walls, and any shared amenities like courtyards or gardens. Owners contribute to the maintenance and upkeep of these common areas through regular payments, often referred to as "közös költség" (common cost).

A "közös képviselő" (common representative) or a "házmester" (building manager) is usually appointed to oversee the day-to-day management of the building. They are responsible for collecting common fees, organizing repairs, and ensuring the building adheres to its regulations. Decisions regarding major repairs, renovations, or changes to the building's common areas are typically made by the collective body of owners through formal meetings and voting processes. The társasház system aims to provide a structured and cooperative approach to managing multi-unit residential properties.