Short Answer

Yes, a society can designate certain floors as "non-rentable" or "staff only" by by-law.

Detailed Explanation

Rule 56 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Rules, 1965 empowers a cooperative housing society to make by-laws for the management of the society. This includes provisions related to the use of premises within the society. By-laws can specify the usage of floors within the society, designating certain floors as "non-rentable" or "staff only." These provisions are aimed at regulating the occupation and use of premises within the society to maintain order and harmony among members.

In practice, if a society wishes to designate certain floors as "non-rentable" or "staff only," it must pass a resolution in a general body meeting to amend the existing by-laws or introduce new by-laws. The by-laws should clearly outline the purpose and restrictions associated with the designated floors. Members must adhere to these by-laws, and any violation can lead to disciplinary action by the society.

Real-world Scenarios

• Scenario 1: XYZ Cooperative Housing Society passes a resolution to designate the top floor as "staff only" to accommodate the society's maintenance staff. This decision is reflected in the amended by-laws, and members are informed accordingly.

• Scenario 2: ABC Cooperative Housing Society decides to designate the ground floor as "non-rentable" to create common recreational space for all members. The by-laws are updated to reflect this change, and members are required to comply with the new regulations.

Reference

• Rule 56 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Rules, 1965

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