The landing is a common space
Landings, corridors and staircases are part of the building’s common elements. This means they cannot be used as private spaces to leave items such as bicycles or prams, even if they are located in front of one’s own home.
The Horizontal Property Law establishes that these spaces must be used for their natural purpose—passage and access—and not for leaving personal objects on a regular basis. Therefore, using the landing as a storage space, even if it seems occasional or harmless, can be considered improper use.
The key criterion is not the tolerance of the neighbors, but whether this use is authorized.
Can bicycles or strollers be left?
Generally speaking, no.
It would only be possible if the community has expressly regulated it, either through the bylaws or an agreement at a meeting. In these cases, it is necessary that passage is not obstructed and safety is not compromised.
In the absence of such regulation, the community may require the removal of the objects.
What the community can do if they are not removed
When an owner does not comply, the community can act, but always following an appropriate procedure.
The most common steps are:
- Communicate the situation
- Issue a formal request
- If necessary, adopt additional measures within the legal framework
If the situation persists over time and the corresponding warnings have been given, the objects may eventually be removed, always in a justified and non-arbitrary manner.
A key aspect: safety
Beyond the regulations, there is a determining factor: safety.
Landings are evacuation routes and must be kept clear of obstacles. Any object can hinder mobility or action in the event of an emergency.
For this reason, keeping these spaces clear is not only a matter of regulatory compliance but also of collective responsibility.
Good management avoids conflicts
These types of situations are very common in the day-to-day life of communities and, if not managed correctly, can generate unnecessary tensions between neighbors.
That is why it is important to have professional management that:
- Establish clear criteria
- Communicate appropriately
- Act with consistency and transparency
- Follow up on incidents
At Llach Serra, we work with a comprehensive approach to community management, with personalized attention, financial control, coordination with providers, and agile management of day-to-day incidents.
Within this service, we also offer the necessary advice to correctly interpret and apply the regulations in each case, always with clear responses adapted to each community.
Do you want to improve the management of your community?
With the community management service from Llach Serra, you have a professional team that takes care of the community’s day-to-day with rigor, proximity, and transparency.
From financial management to the coordination of incidents and support in decision-making, we help you guarantee the proper functioning of the community and a more orderly coexistence.