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This decision sheds important light on your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

Although Articles 23, paragraph 1, of the Act of 10 July 1965 and Article 17 of the Decree of 17 March 1967 allow the shareholders of a construction company, which is a co-owner in a property complex, to participate, like the co-owners, in general meetings and to take part in votes, it follows from Articles 42, paragraph 2, of that Act and Article 18 of the said Decree that only the co-owners may challenge the decisions of the general meetings of co-owners.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key takeaways

• Strictly comply with the statutory time limits for legal challenges
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, deeds, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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