Short Answer

Yes, a society can prohibit washing clothes in common areas by tenants or owners.

Detailed Explanation

Rule 135 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Rules, 1965 empowers the society to make by-laws for the proper management of the society's affairs. This includes regulating the use of common areas by tenants or owners. By introducing a specific by-law prohibiting washing clothes in common areas, the society can enforce this restriction. This rule aims to maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and order in the common areas for the benefit of all members.

In practice, the society's managing committee can convene a meeting to propose and pass a by-law prohibiting washing clothes in common areas. The by-law should be communicated to all members and prominently displayed in common areas for awareness. Violation of this by-law can lead to penalties or disciplinary actions as per the society's rules and regulations.

Real-world Scenarios

• Scenario 1: A society notices that washing clothes in common areas is causing disputes among members due to space constraints. The managing committee proposes a by-law under Rule 135 to prohibit this practice, which is then passed in a general body meeting.

• Scenario 2: Despite repeated warnings, a tenant continues to wash clothes in common areas, disrupting the peace and cleanliness of the society. The managing committee takes disciplinary action against the tenant as per the by-laws.

Reference

• Rule 135 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Rules, 1965

• Official PDF