What are maintenance charges of a CHS ? What all do they include?

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What are maintenance charges of a CHS ? What all do they include?

Maintenance charges are fees collected by the residential society to maintain the buildings and common areas within the complex. 

These charges cover expenses for upkeep, electricity, service costs, and other amenities to ensure a comfortable living environment for residents. 

Here are some common components of maintenance charges you should be aware of:

Property taxes

Water charges

Common electricity charges

Contribution to the repair and maintenance fund

Expenses on repair and maintenance of the lift of the society, including charges for running the lift

Contribution to the sinking fund

Service charges

Car parking charges

Non-occupancy charges

Insurance charges

Leases rent

Non-agriculture tax

Education and training fund

Election fund

Societies may allocate charges for organizing festivals, cultural events, and community gatherings, ensuring these activities are conducted seamlessly without requiring extra financial contributions from residents.

It may also include salaries of office staff, liftmen, watchmen, etc., society office property tax, electricity, water charges, printing, stationery and postage, travelling allowance of staff of members and subscription to education fund.

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