ᐅ Is it possible to split a 40m² apartment into two separate units?
Created on: 10 Jul 2019 09:47
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Gianni007
Dear Forum,
I am considering dividing my father’s apartment into two separate living units. The goal is to have one part available for personal use and to rent out the other part (for example, to a student, via Airbnb, etc.). Ideally, both units should have their own bathroom including a toilet and a small kitchenette. I understand that this will involve significant construction work, especially since the floor plan (see attachment) may not be ideal for this purpose. Primarily, I want to find out whether it is even feasible to separate the space in terms of structure and plumbing, and if so, how it could be done.
I would appreciate any feedback and am open to all ideas!
Thank you very much and best regards from Vienna!
I am considering dividing my father’s apartment into two separate living units. The goal is to have one part available for personal use and to rent out the other part (for example, to a student, via Airbnb, etc.). Ideally, both units should have their own bathroom including a toilet and a small kitchenette. I understand that this will involve significant construction work, especially since the floor plan (see attachment) may not be ideal for this purpose. Primarily, I want to find out whether it is even feasible to separate the space in terms of structure and plumbing, and if so, how it could be done.
I would appreciate any feedback and am open to all ideas!
Thank you very much and best regards from Vienna!
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Gianni00712 Jul 2019 15:45But would it be possible to build the supply line one level higher so that the pipes run within a raised floor? It is “only” about 2 meters (if you run the pipes from the kitchen to the bathroom as shown in the drawing). Or would a sewage pump be necessary here?
Gianni007 schrieb:
Thank you for the drawing. I had the same idea. What are the requirements for installing water supply and drainage pipes? Or what could cause difficulties?What is the situation there? Condominium ownership? Rental apartment?
You can’t just add a second toilet anywhere. There are shared ownership rights and regulations under condominium law (Wohnungseigentumsgesetz, WEG).
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Gianni00716 Jul 2019 10:06Another idea would be to include 2 rooms as shown in the attached image. I think it might be possible to reduce the size of the storage room and effectively move the bathroom towards the back.
And yes, it is a condominium association, and I am the owner of the apartment.
And yes, it is a condominium association, and I am the owner of the apartment.
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nordanney16 Jul 2019 11:01Gianni007 schrieb:
And yes, it is a condominium association, and I am the owner of the apartment.Before you start planning anything, you absolutely need to consult the association. You will require their approval if you want to convert one apartment into two. It is possible that a single objection could stop your project before it even begins. In a condominium association, there are many restrictions...G
Gianni00716 Jul 2019 12:18That will not work; this is a tower with approximately 500 residents.
As mentioned before... the possibility of reducing the size of the bathroom and moving the kitchen to the back (see image above) should be feasible, right?
As mentioned before... the possibility of reducing the size of the bathroom and moving the kitchen to the back (see image above) should be feasible, right?
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