What is a Floor Alliance and How to Switch to Condominium Ownership? Step-by-Step Guide
A floor alliance is a legal structure required to start the construction of a building. Establishing a floor alliance before switching to condominium ownership provides an important agreement between the flat owners and contractors. In this article, we will examine in detail what a floor alliance is, how to switch to condominium ownership, and the steps of the process.
1. What is a Floor Alliance?
Definition: A floor alliance is a legal structure formed by flat owners and contractors in order to create more than one independent section on a plot of land. A floor alliance is a necessary agreement for a structure that has not yet been completed.
Example: In an apartment project, the rights of the flat owners who will participate in the project are determined by a contract made between the land owner and the construction company.
2. Features of a Floor Alliance
Temporary Structure: A floor alliance is a temporary structure used in the transition to condominium ownership. When the project is completed, condominium ownership must be established.
Legal Basis: It is based on the Law No. 634 on Condominium Ownership and is regulated within the framework of this law.
Rights and Obligations: In the condominium alliance, the rights and obligations of the condominium owners and the contractor are clearly defined.
3. Transition Process to Condominium Ownership
Transition from condominium alliance to condominium ownership requires certain steps to be followed. Here are these steps:
Step 1: Establishment of Condominium Alliance
Preparation of Contract: When establishing a condominium alliance, a contract is prepared between the parties. This contract includes elements such as the number of independent sections, their qualities and the use of common areas.
Notary Approval: The contract must be approved by a notary. This increases the legal validity of the contract.
Step 2: Obtaining Zoning Permit
Zoning Application: After the condominium alliance is established, an application must be made to the relevant municipality to obtain a construction permit. Obtaining a zoning permit at this stage is necessary for the legal start of construction.
Step 3: Completion of Construction
Construction of the Structure: After the permits are obtained, the construction process begins. After the construction is completed, preparations are made for the transition to condominium ownership.
Technical Report: When the construction is completed, a technical report is prepared by the construction inspection company.
Step 4: Establishment of Condominium Ownership
Condominium Application: After the construction is completed, an application is made to the land registry office for the establishment of condominium ownership. The necessary documents must be prepared at this stage.
Required Documents: The following documents are required for the application:
Condominium alliance agreement
Development permit documents
Technical report
Condominium management plan
Step 5: Title Deed Transactions
Land Registry Office: After the condominium application is approved, the title deed transactions of the independent sections are carried out at the land registry office. Separate title deed records are created for each independent section.
Land Registry Office: Transferring the condominium ownership record to the land registry ensures that the ownership of each condominium owner is formalized.
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The condominium alliance is an important legal structure that forms the basis of the transition to condominium ownership. The transition to condominium ownership process requires that certain steps be followed carefully. It is important to receive professional legal support in order to protect the rights of the condominium owners and fulfill the legal requirements. Getting help from a lawyer for any problems that may arise during this process will be of great benefit in terms of protecting your rights.