Who is responsible for balcony leak causing mold?« Back to Previous Page

Water damage from a balcony leak is typically the responsibility of the owner of the apartment above you, as it originates from their property. However, the building management is generally responsible for repairing the external balcony structure itself if the issue is with the common building fabric, like a cracked slab or failed waterproofing.

Given the timeline aligning with repairs, the building's owner's association or management should be formally notified immediately. In Dubai's humid climate, that damp patch will continue to feed mold growth behind the ceiling, which can exacerbate respiratory issues like persistent coughs. The emerging black specks are a strong visual indicator that active growth has begun.

Your first step is to document everything with dated photos and send a written notification to the building management, citing the recent repair work. They should coordinate an inspection to identify the leak's source. For health concerns, a professional indoor environmental assessment can confirm if mold spores from the concealed growth are affecting your air quality, as the visible specks are often just a small part of the problem.