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The Portuguese condo administrator has specific powers and obligations under the Civil Code and Lei 8/2022. How they are elected, their duties, and how they can be removed.
The Portuguese condo administrator is elected by simple majority (Civil Code Art. 1435). Key duties: convene and chair assemblies, execute resolutions, manage budget, maintain the reserve fund (min. 10%), take out building insurance, and provide documents to condóminos within 10 working days (Lei 8/2022). Can be removed with just cause at any time.
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Published 7 August 2026 · IgeraFincas Editorial Team · 10 min read