Common area outside of your unit under MCST



Common area outside your unit under MCST


Common area is managed by the management and it is owned by all SP. 
Condominium parking area is common area. 
Common toilet is part of common area. 

Common area is to remain clear personal item with no exception. 
Waiting area is common area. 
Guideline:

·        Follow the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)/Key Performance Indicator (KPI)
·        Residence must be educated and learn that common area outside their unit cannot be use for their personal pleasure.
·        Residence including all and also the council members.
·        Warning should be given to SP who does not comply
·        Removal is the job of the management



Additional Note:

Many residences felt that they have certain entitlement to the area outside their unit but it is unfounded.



***this article will be update regularly as it is still work in progress and I welcome comment from other professional. 


Disclaimer:

All of this articles are based on my personal experiences and opinions.  Not all estates are the same and it will offer different experiences and stories to each writing. My experience does not represent for all in this industry. 


*** This document is copyright by Victor MZ Ling

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