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Dampness in the Building

Question

A wall of the building is letting in moisture from outside to one of the neighbors. Who is responsible for fixing it?

Answer

The entire building is responsible.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Choshen Mishpat, Siman 161 and 170

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