Leaving an Area of One Cubit by One Cubit in a Whitewashed House

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Question

I bought a house from a contractor, and he did not leave an area of one cubit by one cubit. Should I do it, and if so, what is the size in centimeters? Also, if there is no wall opposite the entrance, is there a preferred place to do it?

Answer

Shalom Rav

If the contractor is Jewish, you need to leave an area of 60 cm by 60 cm. If the contractor is not Jewish, there is no need to remove the whitewash, but if you plan to paint the apartment later, you should leave an area of 60 cm by 60 cm.

If it is not possible to do it opposite the entrance, leave it on the wall closest to the entrance where it is possible.

Source

Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 560, סעיף 1) Mishnah Berurah (סק"ד and בשעה"צ).

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