Typical housing can be made more comfortable for living. And in order to achieve the desired result, we are ready to perform even complex and unfamiliar work, which includes the transfer of ventilation in the kitchen. Isn't that right?
But the lack of knowledge about the intricacies of performing such work and their legality can lead to disastrous consequences. Therefore, in order to achieve the desired result and avoid mistakes, you need to familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations for transferring the ventilation hole.
In our article, we will analyze these issues in detail, paying attention to the regulatory framework governing the transfer of ventilation, as well as the responsibility of the apartment owner in case of violation of the redevelopment rules.
The content of the article:
- The main hazards of transferring the hood
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Stages of proper ventilation transfer
- Stage # 1 - reconciliation of redevelopment
- Stage # 2 - obtaining permission from neighbors
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Responsibility for violation of the transfer rules
- Option # 1 - "unnoticed" system redevelopment
- Option # 2 - redevelopment disrupted air exchange
- Conclusions and useful video on the topic
The main hazards of transferring the hood
The air exchange process in residential and public premises serves to ensure optimal or permissible microclimate parameters. And these are not just words, but a requirement set out in a document such as GOST 30494-2011. Therefore, air exchange must always be present and be effective - this has already been said in SP 60.13330.2016.
That is, the transfer of the hood provided by the project in the kitchen should not interfere with the ventilation system to perform its functions. Otherwise, the comfort and living conditions will deteriorate sharply. And in severe cases, it will be impossible to live in a room with an ineffective ventilation system.
Violation of the design of the ventilation system, its integrity, design dimensions and even geometry can lead to a decrease in its efficiency. Moreover, this will reduce the quality of life of all users.
Since the lack of air exchange will lead to:
- increased humidity;
- will exclude the removal of excess heat.
And this, in turn, will create optimal conditions for development in housing. mold, fungal colonies, which lead to acute respiratory diseases, as well as asthma, complex allergic manifestations. But such situations cannot be allowed and this is stated in a number of documents, for example, in the capital this is the Decree of the Moscow Government PP No. 508.
In addition, impaired air exchange reduces, and significantly, the safety of living. Since the ventilation system of the kitchen will not be able to quickly and in the required volume remove hazardous substances from the room. For example, carbon monoxide or unburned natural gas. With any of these options, the consequences can be catastrophic. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the ventilation rules in houses with gas stoves.
And also ineffective air exchange will not ensure the removal of hazardous substances from housing or other premises that are released during the life of residents (for example, carbon dioxide), as well as from building materials, carpets, plastic parts of modern windows, household and any other appliances, decoration materials. Which provokes a number of serious illnesses. So, it is not for nothing that metal-plastic windows are called slow killers.
The result of impaired air exchange will be various disease-causing processes in the room. Which will lead to negative health consequences and financial costs to eliminate the causes
As a result, when performing a ventilation transfer, operations that can lead to the above negative points should be avoided.
Stages of proper ventilation transfer
Since the transfer of ventilation is a responsible procedure, all its important points are legally regulated. Moreover, the state gave the regional authorities the opportunity to publish regulatory documents on their own. And the most famous of them is the above-mentioned Resolution 508-PP.
It says that it is forbidden:
- change the design of the ventilation system;
- reduce the cross-section of any ventilation ducts.
In addition, this by-law states that any actions with the elements of the ventilation system are redevelopment. Therefore, for its implementation, it is necessary to go through an agreement, that is, to obtain permission to perform work. Why should you contact the housing inspectorate at your place of residence.
The photo shows an exhaust duct with a check valve, which was installed in the ventilation system channel, designed for natural air exchange. And this can lead to negative consequences. For example, neighbors in the kitchen can smell your fried fish. And this will be considered a decrease in the standard of living, therefore, an appeal to the housing inspectorate will follow. By the way, it should be remembered that the creation of a meter-long horizontal ventilation section will lead to a significant decrease in traction in the system.
Stage # 1 - reconciliation of redevelopment
In order to obtain permission to carry out work, the owner of an apartment, other premises should obtain technical conclusion, which will confirm that all work is safe.
And also the specified document will indicate that the technical characteristics and performance of the ventilation system will not get worse.
You should also be aware that a technical opinion can be issued:
- the organization that performed the design of the ventilation system, if the supporting structures of the building will be affected during the redevelopment, for example, this is relevant for houses of the I209A, II-18 series;
- any organization that is engaged in design, if the load-bearing elements of the building structure will not be affected during the redevelopment of the ventilation system.
Next, you should submit application for redevelopment of the ventilation system to the nearest housing inspectorate.
Any redevelopment must be approved by the Housing Inspectorate, which is a government agency with great powers.
The document must be accompanied by:
- technical conclusion;
- redevelopment project (in 2 copies).
- technical passport from BTI.
In addition, you will need to prove your identity, for which you need to have a passport. And also it should be confirmed that the applicant is the owner of the premises where the work is planned to be carried out.
Responsible persons of the housing inspection have the right to make a number of decisions:
- allow redevelopment;
- ban redevelopment;
- refuse to accept an application - this happens if it is planned to carry out clearly prohibited work or the documents are incorrectly executed.
In case of refusal, representatives of the housing inspectorate are obliged to indicate the reason, as well as ways to eliminate the deficiencies (if possible).
Stage # 2 - obtaining permission from neighbors
Any ventilation system is a common property. That is, it does not belong to the owner of any apartment in the house. This is stated in Art. 36Housing Code.
As a result, even when permission for redevelopment is received, you will still need to contact each neighbor and get his consent or disagreement to carry out the work. In total, the initiative must be approved by at least 73% of residents.
Before performing redevelopment, you should familiarize yourself with the norms set forth in a number of domestic legislative acts. Among which is the Housing Code
Moreover, it is possible to transfer the ventilation grill in the kitchen only after the permits are drawn up in writing.
Responsibility for violation of the transfer rules
Due to low literacy or unwillingness to spend money on the redevelopment procedure, the owners of the premises often change the design on their own, transferring the lattice or drilling ventilation duct.
But in this case, it should be understood that if such a redevelopment is discovered, you will have to "reap the benefits" in the form of associated risks and responsibility for what you have done.
And the following can happen:
- redevelopment will not affect the efficiency of the ventilation system;
- redevelopment will reduce the performance of the ventilation system and this will be revealed.
Since any of these options can significantly affect the comfort of living, financial stability, you should familiarize yourself with them in more detail.
Option # 1 - "unnoticed" system redevelopment
It so happens that all illegal actions for redeveloping ventilation get away with it. And there will be no consequences for the offender.
You need to know that even when the redevelopment did not lead to a decrease in the efficiency of the ventilation system, but the neighbors, representatives of the management company, housing inspectorate revealed the presence of changes, then they have the right to demand an explanation situation. For example, require the submission of documents indicating that the work performed is safe and will not lead to a decrease in the standard of living. And this will have to be reckoned with
But it must be remembered that everything can change for the worse at any moment.
For example, old neighbors who did not attach importance or did not want to make a row because of the deteriorating living conditions may sell their homes. And new tenants, having identified the problem, will immediately contact the housing inspectorate.
It so happens that the very redevelopment of ventilation in the kitchen will lead to minor changes, but one of the neighbors will also decide to improve the ergonomics of their apartment at the expense of common property. That, in aggregate, will lead to a deterioration in the lives of all users of the ventilation system.
Problems for the owners of the premises can also begin with the visit of gas workers, representatives of the management company, who may notice illegal redevelopment.
Moreover, in any of these cases, you will have to bear responsibility. So, when it comes to the housing inspection, a fine will be issued immediately, the amount of which will be 2-2.5 thousand rubles. rubles. Few? Do not rush to rejoice, as this is a punishment for the very illegal redevelopment. And you will also have to eliminate its consequences, which representatives of the housing inspectorate will immediately demand to fulfill.
Unauthorized interference with the ventilation system design can be detected at any time. As a result, the violator will have to legalize changes in the ventilation design and restore the ventilation system design.
Moreover, it just won't be possible to move the ventilation hole to the old place, not knowing whether it can be done - initially you will have to find out this point. Why do you have to contact the organization that made the project of the system. And it will definitely be expensive.
The recovery procedure will be even more costly if the violator for some reason decides to ignore the request. Since the apartment can be sold. And they will do it based on Art. 87 Federal Law 229-FZ, regulating the scope of enforcement proceedings.
The photo shows climbers assembling a separate ventilation duct. And this is no coincidence, since it is this method that allows you to solve all problems with the layout and ensure the efficiency of air exchange.
Option # 2 - redevelopment disrupted air exchange
But redevelopment can disrupt air exchange, for example, smell the dishes you prepare will penetrate to other residents.
When neighbors discover that air circulation is disrupted or even stopped, they can make angry demands to fix the problem. They should not be ignored as they are legal.
And, if the neighbors do not achieve their goal, they can switch to more aggressive methods, both legal and not.
If redevelopment is expected to impair the performance of the ventilation system, duct extensions should be performed. Which will significantly increase traction. And most importantly, the housing inspectorate and neighbors will only welcome such methods of redesigning the system.
Legal methods of combating violations include appeals:
- to the management company;
- to the housing inspection;
- to court.
And then it will be as described in the previous paragraph. That is, they will immediately write out a fine, then they will demand to restore the ventilation system to work. If the requirements are ignored, the premises will be sold.
But sometimes an illegal method is chosen. In this case, embittered residents most often block the ventilation system channels (for example, with construction foam, polyethylene), destroy structures built during redevelopment, etc.
Conclusions and useful video on the topic
In the video attached below, an illiterate "specialist" talks about how to "correctly" change the design of the ventilation system in the kitchen. But at the same time, the screen shows that the actions are illegal.
For example, the ventilation duct was dismantled, which is absolutely impossible to do, and the integrity of the duct structure was violated. Moreover, all of the above is carried out without project approval. The Housing Inspectorate will simply refuse to accept an application for redevelopment, which contains a request to authorize the work listed above.
The following video clearly shows what happens when the fact of illegal redevelopment of the ventilation system is revealed:
Redevelopment of the design of any ventilation system is a responsible, costly and time-consuming procedure. Therefore, in most cases, it should be abandoned. And, if, nevertheless, a decision is made to carry out the planned work, then the methods must be legal. Otherwise, you will have to be held accountable for your actions.
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