A dispute has erupted at the 'Kislorod' residential complex in Tashkent's Yakkasaroy district, where one apartment owner has appropriated part of the roof—common property—to conduct additional construction. This has sparked protests from other residents, as altering shared roof space legally requires consent from at least 51% of property owners. Residents emphasize that no voting or meetings were held on the matter, and their approval was never sought.

Dildora Norkulova, a resident of the complex, stated: "The owner of apartment No. 139 is annexing part of the roof to his apartment and building an extension there. He repeatedly raised this issue at meetings but was always refused. The developer, 'Murad Buildings,' sent an official letter stating that no construction on the roof is permitted. This neighbor claims he has all the documents. However, obtaining permission for such construction requires consent from at least 51 percent of owners. There was no voting or meeting, our consent was not asked. I am speaking on behalf of all neighbors."

Residents warn that the construction could compromise fire safety and damage critical engineering systems on the roof, including ventilation, drainage, and high-voltage panels. They also reported that work was conducted around the clock, including overnight from 10 PM to morning, causing disturbances. On February 19, a representative from the district construction inspection drafted an act with the construction crew, demanding a halt to work and restoration of the roof, with the roof door sealed.

However, construction resumed on March 13 without consent from the management company or residents. An individual named Khojiakbar Ergashev, conducting the work on behalf of the owner, failed to provide any official permits, attributing the situation to frequent changes in management companies and periods without a responsible director. Residents appealed to the Tashkent Territorial Construction Inspection but saw no results.

It was revealed that on December 15, 2025, the working body of the Yakkasaroy District Architectural and Urban Planning Council issued a conclusion approving the construction. The management company has now filed a lawsuit to invalidate this conclusion. Residents further complain that their plans to install solar panels are being thwarted, as one individual is effectively fencing off part of the roof, posing significant risks to all occupants.

Source: kun.uz