A complex is a group of buildings or structures that are owned and managed by a single entity, such as a corporation or a homeowners association.
Examples of complexes include apartment complexes, shopping centers, office parks, and industrial parks.
The owner or manager of a complex has a legal responsibility to maintain the property in a safe and habitable condition, to comply with all applicable laws and regulations, and to provide adequate security measures.
Tenants or occupants of a complex have a legal right to a safe and habitable living or working environment, to privacy, and to protection from discrimination.
Common legal issues that arise in complexes include disputes over rent, security deposits, maintenance and repairs, noise complaints, and disputes between neighbors.
The process for resolving legal disputes in a complex may involve mediation, arbitration, or litigation in court, depending on the nature and severity of the dispute.
Complex owners or managers have a legal responsibility to maintain common areas such as parking lots, sidewalks, and recreational facilities in a safe and clean condition.
Complex owners or managers are required by law to provide reasonable accommodations for disabled tenants or occupants, such as wheelchair ramps, accessible parking spaces, and modified living or working spaces.
Complex owners or managers who fail to comply with legal requirements may face fines, penalties, lawsuits, and other legal consequences, including the revocation of their license to operate the complex.
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This glossary post was last updated: 5th April 2024.
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