Anyone who buys a condominium or a townhouse also becomes a member of the condominium owners' association (WEG). This has many advantages, since repairs and necessary renovation and modernization measures on the common property are borne financially by the community. However, before any work can be carried out, a joint decision must first be made as to which measures make sense and when they should be carried out. Projects are discussed and resolutions are passed at the owners' meeting.
An administrator elected by the owners by majority resolution or by agreement assumes numerous tasks of the WEG. These include commercial tasks such as the preparation and review of business plans or accounting. Legal tasks include compliance with legal ordinances and framework conditions when carrying out measures, concluding and reviewing contracts or obtaining permits. Technical matters must also be handled by the administrator, such as monitoring the property or commissioning experts. In terms of organization, managers are responsible for holding owners' meetings and conducting resolutions meetings, among other things.
The Association of Private Building Owners (VPB) points out the complexity of the range of tasks and responsibilities of a manager. This is because an administrator is responsible for ensuring that the WEG functions communally, manages well and maintains the communal property. Therefore, an examination should be taken before the IHK, in which an administrator is certified according to § 26a WEG. Existing managers, however, are considered certified until June 2024 and do not have to take any exams. It is also advantageous to commission an independent expert to carry out a holistic assessment of the property. This expert will draw up a customized renovation roadmap and a coordinated schedule for the construction measures.
Source: VPB/VDIV
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