Leakage, Seepage and Waterproofing

(a) (i) Every Member shall promptly report to the Society any leakage, seepage, dampness, water ingress or any other defect affecting the flat/unit, any other flat/unit or the common areas of the Society.

(b) (ii) Upon receipt of such complaint, the Committee shall cause an inspection to be carried out in accordance with Bye-law 45 to ascertain the source, cause and extent of the leakage, seepage or defect and determine whether the responsibility for carrying out the repairs lies with the Society or the Member.

(c) (iii) Where the leakage, seepage or defect originates from the common structure, terrace, podium, external wall, common water supply system, common drainage system, waterproofing or any other part for which the Society is responsible under these Bye-laws, the Society shall carry out the necessary repairs within a reasonable time.

(d) (iv) Where the leakage, seepage or defect originates from the internal plumbing, sanitary installations, waterproofing, flooring, fixtures, fittings or any other part of the flat/unit for which the Member is responsible under these Bye-laws, the Member shall carry out the necessary repairs within the period specified by the Committee.

(e) (v) Where the cause of leakage or seepage cannot be determined by inspection alone, or where the dispute involves structural, waterproofing or technical issues, the Committee may appoint an Architect, Structural Engineer or other qualified technical expert to determine the source of the defect and recommend the necessary remedial measures.

(f) (vi) Every Member shall provide reasonable access to the Society, its contractors and technical experts to inspect and carry out the repairs determined under these Bye-laws.

(g) (vii) Where a Member fails to carry out repairs for which the Member is responsible within the time specified by the Committee and such failure results in continuing damage to another flat/unit or the common property, the Society may, after giving reasonable notice, carry out such repairs and recover the actual cost incurred from the Member as dues of the Society. In cases of emergency, the Society may carry out the necessary repairs without prior notice to prevent further damage.

(h) (viii) Where leakage, seepage or damage is attributable to both the Society and the Member, each shall carry out the repairs falling within their respective responsibilities under these Bye-laws.

(i) (ix) The determination of responsibility under this Bye-law shall not prejudice the right of any person to seek compensation or any other remedy available under law.