The common cost covers the expenses necessary for the operation and maintenance of the condominium. It usually includes the following items:lighting and cleaning of common areasbuilding insurance premiumjoint representation feecaretaker fee and other maintenance expensesrenovation fund paymentsmaintenance and repair of common equipment (elevator, intercom, ventilation system)fee for sharing heating and hot water costsbank charges, transfer feescamera system operationregular pest control (if necessary, also inside the apartments)Important: the garbage collection fee is not part of the shared cost.The exact content of the common cost is determined by the annual budget approved by the SZMSZ and the general assembly.