Apartment & Complex Management Blog

Hukuk & KMK

Legal Rules on Renting Out an Independent Unit

What should you keep in mind under condominium ownership when renting out a unit? We explain the tenant's obligations, restrictions in the management plan and the owner's liability.

16 Eyl 2026 3 dk 3

Hukuk & KMK

How Does Complex Property (Site) Management Work, and What Are Its Bodies?

How is management organised in complexes, and what do block and site assemblies do? We explain the complex property management structure and the 2026 law change based on the KMK.

15 Eyl 2026 3 dk 4

Hukuk & KMK

What Is Judicial Intervention? (KMK Art. 33)

When someone in the building refuses to follow the rules, does not pay their dues or disturbs the neighbours, "judicial intervention" can be requested. What is this remedy and how is it applied for? We explain based on KMK Art. 33.

11 Eyl 2026 4 dk 6

Hukuk & KMK

What Is a Partition (İzale-i Şuyu) Action?

When disputes arise among co-owners of an immovable, the "izale-i şuyu" (partition) action comes into play. What is this action, and does it apply to a condominium building? We explain the main points in plain language.

10 Eyl 2026 4 dk 8

Hukuk & KMK

Termination of Condominium Ownership: In Which Cases?

Condominium ownership may look permanent, but in some cases it can end. What happens if the building is destroyed, expropriated or the owners so decide? We explain the grounds for termination based on KMK Art. 46-47.

09 Eyl 2026 4 dk 6

Hukuk & KMK

The Duty to Maintain and Protect the Main Property

The roof leaks and the façade is crumbling — who takes care of it? Who is responsible for maintaining and protecting the main property? We explain the rules on protecting the common structure based on KMK Art. 19.

08 Eyl 2026 4 dk 8

Hukuk & KMK

Change in the Common Area: How Many Votes Are Required? (KMK Art. 19)

How many people's approval is required to add an elevator to the common area, paint the facade or install a facility? Majority or unanimity? We explain the required voting ratio based on KMK Art. 19.

07 Eyl 2026 4 dk 10

Hukuk & KMK

Changes and Renovations in the Independent Unit: What Permissions Are Required?

Do you need permission to tear down a wall, change the plumbing or carry out a major renovation in your apartment? Which changes are free, and which are prohibited? We explain the rules of renovation based on KMK Art. 19.

06 Eyl 2026 4 dk 10

Hukuk & KMK

How Does a Unit Owner Evict Their Tenant?

How does a unit owner or management legally evict a tenant who disturbs the neighbours and does not comply with the rules? We explain the processes of warning notice, judicial intervention and eviction lawsuit.

05 Eyl 2026 4 dk 9

Hukuk & KMK

The Obligations and Prohibitions of a Unit Owner (KMK Art. 18)

Owning an apartment brings not only rights but also responsibilities. What must a unit owner comply with, and which uses are prohibited? We explain the obligations and prohibitions of a unit owner based on the KMK.

04 Eyl 2026 4 dk 10

Hukuk & KMK

What Are the Rights of a Unit Owner? (KMK Art. 15-16)

What rights do you have as an apartment owner? What can you do in your independent unit, and how do you benefit from common areas? We explain the rights of a unit owner in plain language based on KMK Art. 15-16.

03 Eyl 2026 4 dk 7

Hukuk & KMK

What Is a Common Area? Which Places Are Common by Law?

In an apartment, the roof, stairs, garden and elevator belong to everyone but no one can appropriate them alone. Which places are common by law, how are they used, and who pays for their expenses? A guide to KMK Art. 4 and Art. 16.

02 Eyl 2026 4 dk 8