Is it forbidden to carry goods in the elevator?

The use of an elevator during moving in apartments or when transporting large items is often a topic of discussion. So, is it forbidden to carry things in the elevator?

Is it forbidden to carry goods in the elevator?

There is no provision in the Law on Condominium that generally prohibits the transportation of goods in the elevator. Within the scope of KMK m. 16, it is possible for apartment owners to benefit from common premises in accordance with the nature of the right of use. The elevator is also one of the common places.

But this use is not unlimited. According to KMK m. 18, floor owners and independent section users are obliged not to disturb each other and not to violate each other's rights. Therefore, care should be taken to ensure that the elevator during the transportation of goods does not unnecessarily interfere with the use of other residents and does not damage the common areas.

Rules in the Management Plan are Important

Special rules for the use of the elevator can be found in the management plan of the apartment building. In accordance with KMK m. 28, the management plan is a contract that binds the owners of the floors. Therefore, if in the management plan there is a ban on the transportation of goods or certain conditions of use

Rules can also be determined by the board of floor owners, such as the hours of transportation of goods, the protection of the elevator or the measures to be taken during transportation.

What should be considered when transporting goods?

• The specified carrying capacity of the elevator must not be exceeded.
• Necessary measures must be taken so that large and heavy items do not damage the cabinet, doors or other partitions.
• The right of other residents to use the elevator during the transportation of goods should not be unnecessarily hindered.
• The applicable rules established in the management plan and building management must be observed.
• Damage to the elevator or common areas can be claimed from the persons who caused the damage.

Who Is Responsible If an Elevator Is Damaged?

If damage occurs in the elevator or in public areas during the transportation of goods, compensation may be requested from the persons who caused the damage. If the transport is carried out by a transport company, the company's liability for the damage incurred is also assessed separately according to the circumstances of the incident.

Briefly

However, the right of apartment owners to use common areas should be considered together with their obligations not to disturb other residents, not to damage common areas and to comply with the rules in the management plan.

It is important to regularly follow such rules and decisions made in apartment management.