politics
April 28, 2026
Lawyer names documents that homeowners should not lose
The homeowner bears full responsibility for its maintenance, and the loss of key documents can deprive him of the opportunity to protect his rights. The lawyer of the Moscow Bar Association "Soyvetnik-Center" Anastasia Yakovleva told the "Prime" agency about the most important papers.
TL;DR
- Homeowners are fully responsible for property maintenance.
- Losing key documents can prevent homeowners from protecting their rights.
- Important documents include proof of payment and a handover-acceptance certificate.
- The handover-acceptance certificate helps avoid responsibility for previous owners' utility debts and hidden property defects.
- Documents proving the right of ownership (purchase agreement, gift, inheritance) and EGRP extract are essential.
- For properties with renovations, approval documents are necessary, especially if gas pipes were involved.
- A technical passport from the BTI is useful for disputes about alterations.
- Keep utility payment receipts for three years and meter documents to confirm their functionality.
- Without these papers, defending interests in court or with government bodies will be extremely difficult.
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