Payment for Maintenance of an Empty Apartment
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Question
They have left the building and moved elsewhere, and meanwhile, they have been unable to sell their apartment for over a year. Do they need to pay for maintenance?
Answer
They are required to pay only for the maintenance of the building, such as roof sealing, exterior cladding, regular repairs, gardening, etc., but they do not need to pay for electricity, water, cleaning, etc. They must pay for elevator insurance as it is considered routine maintenance.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Choshen Mishpat, Siman 161
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