1. What are maintenance charges in a housing society?

Maintenance charges are fees collected from residents to cover the costs of maintaining and
managing the common areas and facilities within the housing society.

2. What do maintenance charges typically include?

Maintenance charges typically cover expenses such as upkeep of common areas (like parks,
corridors, and elevators), security services, utilities (like water, electricity, and gas for common
areas), garbage disposal, repair and maintenance of infrastructure, and salaries of maintenance
staff.

 House Keeping (Material +labour)

 Security Services:
Hiring and payment of security guards to patrol the gates, perimeters, and common
areas.
Installation and maintenance of security equipment such as CCTV cameras, access
control systems, and intercoms.
 Administration and Management:
Salaries of administrative staff responsible for managing day-to-day operations,
handling resident queries, and organizing society events.
Administrative expenses such as accounting, legal fees, insurance, and
communication (e.g., newsletters, notices).
 Lift Maintenance:
Regular servicing and maintenance of elevators to ensure their safe and efficient
operation.
Repairs and upgrades to lift systems as needed to comply with safety standards.
 Pest Control
 Landscaping and Gardening:
Regular maintenance of landscaping features including lawns, flowerbeds,
shrubbery, and trees.
Irrigation system maintenance and water supply for maintaining green spaces.
 Electricity of Common areas
 Electrical Panels Maintenance
 Generator Maintenance
 Repairs and Renovations:
Emergency repairs and scheduled maintenance of community facilities, buildings,
and infrastructure.
Renovation or refurbishment projects aimed at upgrading or improving common
amenities based on community needs and preferences.
 Building Maintenance:
Regular inspection, repair, and maintenance of the building structure, exteriors, and
common areas.
Painting, waterproofing, and other preventive maintenance measures to ensure the
longevity of the buildings.
 CCTV Maintenance
 Yoga Room, Library Maintenance
 Pneumatic Pumps & Pump Room Maintenance