Apartment rights

Apartment rights: legal support for homeowners' associations (VvE) and owners

When purchasing an apartment, you not only become the owner of a home but also a co-owner of the entire building in which the apartment is located. This legal construct is known as apartment law and comes with specific rights and obligations. Good legal guidance is crucial to prevent conflicts and ensure smooth management. 

What is apartment law? 

Apartment law is a share in the ownership of a building, combined with an exclusive right of use of a specific part: the apartment itself. Additionally, you have the right to co-use common areas, such as the entrance, elevators, stairwells, and roof. 

An apartment law right arises through a division deed, drawn up by a notary. This deed divides the building into multiple apartment rights and describes, among other things, the intended uses and the common parts. With the division, a Homeowners' Association (VvE) is automatically established, of which membership is legally required. The VvE is responsible for the management, maintenance, and financial administration of the building. 

In larger buildings, there is often a main division and sub-division, for example, in a complex with residences, shops, and a parking garage. This leads to multiple VvE's within one whole, making the legal and administrative landscape even more complex. 

What can BG.legal do for you? 

The lawyers at BG.legal possess in-depth knowledge of apartment law. We advise and assist, among others: 

• VvE boards and managers with legal questions and disputes 
• Apartment owners with conflicts within the VvE 
• Real estate developers in drafting or amending division deeds 
• Litigation in disputes about contributions, maintenance, decision-making, or use 

Contact us 

Do you have questions about apartment law or is there a conflict within your VvE? Then contact the specialists at BG.legal. We provide clarity, certainty, and a solid legal foundation.