A fine of 15,000 rubles for the front door of a dwelling is a new housing and communal services norm from December 1

Owners of apartments in apartment buildings must respect the interests of their neighbors and comply with safety rules, including fire safety rules.

Violation of the norms threatens with a fine of up to 15 thousand rubles. It is also important to comply with building standards when making changes to the design of premises, as happened in a recent case considered by the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation.

The owner hung the front door outward, which displeased the neighbor, who feared a threat during evacuation in an emergency. The trial lasted several months, with experts differing in their opinions.

The Supreme Court ruled that the owner's actions violated fire safety requirements and the doors should open inward so as not to impede evacuation. The decision obliges the owner to return the door to…