Etymology Corner 📚
The word "elevator" comes from Latin "elevare" meaning "to lift up." Ironically, in our case today, it's lifting up both people and legal eyebrows! The Vietnamese term "phí thang máy" (elevator fee) has become an unexpected battleground for property rights.
The High-Rise Drama 🏢
The Players
- The Developer: IDJ Vietnam Corporation
- The Victims: 200+ apartment owners
- The Hostage: 27-floor building's elevators
- The Ransom: 250,000-300,000 VND ($10-12) per day
The Shocking Situation 😱
What Happened:
- Developer locked all elevators
- Owners must pay daily fee to access their own homes
- Even residents living there permanently must pay
- Total estimated illegal profit: Hundreds of millions VND daily
Legal Breakdown ⚖️
Key Violations:
- 2023 Housing Law Article 142.2: Elevators are common property
- Ministry of Construction Circular 05/2024: Mixed-use buildings must provide elevator access
- Criminal Code Article 170: Potential property appropriation
Did You Know? 🤔
- Common areas in condominiums can't be separately charged for in most countries
- Similar cases have occurred in China with "breathing fees" for air conditioning
- The daily fee is higher than some countries' monthly maintenance fees!
Real-World Examples 🏠
Similar disputes have occurred with:
- Parking access
- Swimming pools
- Building entrances
- Security cards
Nature's Version 🌿
Even in nature, access rights are respected:
- Animal paths remain open to all herd members
- Bird nests have multiple access points
- Bee hives maintain free movement for all colony members
Tips for Property Buyers 💡
- Check Your Rights
- Read building regulations carefully
- Get common area rights in writing
- Join resident committees
- Document Everything
- Record all unusual charges
- Keep payment receipts
- Film access restrictions
Quiz Time! 📝
- Can developers charge extra for common areas? a) Yes, always b) No, never c) Only with resident agreement d) Depends on contract
- What's the legal status of elevators in apartments? a) Developer property b) Common property c) Individual property d) Government property
[Answers at bottom of post]
Call to Action 🗣️
Have you experienced similar issues in your building? Share your stories and solutions in the comments below!
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Quiz Answers: 1(b), 2(b)
🚨 Going Up? A Floor-Level Legal Notice 🛗
Dear Sky-High Resident! 🏢
Before you press the button on any legal action, a few maintenance announcements:
Think of this article as an elevator directory - it shows the floors, but you'll need a property lawyer to reach your destination! 🔢
Like every building has different floor plans, each property case has its own legal architecture 🏗️
For your real estate elevations, let our legal operators at Thay Diep & Associates help you navigate the levels! 🆙
Remember: Reading about property rights is like having a building access card - it gets you in the door, but doesn't make you the building manager! For your property disputes, let our legal maintenance team keep your rights elevated. ⬆️
Keeping your rights rising, Your Legal Property Management Team
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