{"id":1726,"date":"2026-05-20T05:19:20","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T02:19:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/?p=1726"},"modified":"2026-06-05T17:54:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T14:54:09","slug":"metacomisi-se-polykatoikia-kanones-prokliseis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/metakomisi-se-polykatoikia-kanones-prokliseis\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving into a block of flats: rules, challenges and solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\u0397 <strong>moving into a block of flats<\/strong> it's not just \u00abload and go\u00bb. It has common areas that need to be protected, neighbors that need to be informed, access (elevator\/stairs\/lift) that needs to be organized and, often, street parking issues.<\/p>\n<div style='background:#F5F7FA;border:1px solid #E5E7EB;border-left:6px solid #FFC300;padding:16px;border-radius:14px;'>\n  <strong style='color:#001D3D;'>Quick checklist before you book a date<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style='margin:10px 0 0 18px;color:#000814;'>\n<li>Consultation with <strong>admin<\/strong> and informing neighbours.<\/li>\n<li>Check <strong>hours of peace and quiet<\/strong> and condominium regulation.<\/li>\n<li>Decision on access: <strong>lift\/ladder\/lift<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Truck parking and, where necessary, <strong>authorisation to occupy a public place<\/strong> by the municipality.<\/li>\n<li>Protection of common areas (floors, walls, corners, doors) and a clear \u00abin-and-out\u00bb plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Before you book a date: what to check<\/h2>\n<h3>House rules and consultation<\/h3>\n<p>Each apartment building has its own \u00abreality\u00bb: a different entrance, a different elevator, a different stairwell space. Before you lock date:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ask the administrator if there is <strong>Regulation<\/strong> with special restrictions (e.g. lift use, protective equipment, transport times).<\/li>\n<li>Agree in advance where the volume will pass through (main entrance\/rear entrance\/ gate) and where boxes are temporarily allowed in.<\/li>\n<li>If the lift is small or old, consider an early solution with <a href=\"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/anypsotica-michanimata\/\">lifting equipment<\/a> to reduce the time and risk of damage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Quiet hours and noise<\/h3>\n<p>Moving is noisy (moving furniture, tools, door closures). To avoid tensions, organise intense activity outside quiet hours and prefer \u00absoft\u00bb tasks (e.g. small items) during these periods. See the official quiet hours in Greece from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astynomia.gr\/odigos-tou-politi\/chrisimes-symvoules\/diafores\/poies-einai-oi-ores-koinis-isychias\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Greek Police<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Access to the apartment: lift, stairs or elevator?;<\/h3>\n<p>In many Greek apartment buildings, access is the \u00abhidden\u00bb factor that determines time and cost.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Elevator:<\/strong> check cabin dimensions, usable height and whether large furniture (e.g. sofa, fridge) can be accommodated.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ladder:<\/strong> narrow bends, old railings and limited staircases make passage difficult.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifting:<\/strong> is ideal on high floors or when we want to avoid damage to staircases\/elevators. It requires a mounting space (yard\/street) and safe access.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Truck parking and permits: what applies in practice<\/h2>\n<p>If the building is on a narrow street or in a busy area, the difficult part is to get the truck to stand properly. In many cases, the municipality asks <strong>authorisation to occupy a footpath or roadway<\/strong> (procedures vary per municipality).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For areas such as the Municipality of Athens, there is a procedure for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofathens.gr\/service\/katalipsikoin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">temporary authorisation to occupy public space<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Indicatively, municipalities (e.g. Thermaikos) mention the need for permission to occupy a pavement\/sidewalk when using a public space. See relevant information <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thermaikos.gr\/ypiresies\/kathariotita\/oikodomikes-ergasies-kai-katalipsi-pezodromion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style='background:#FFFFFF;border:1px solid #E5E7EB;border-radius:14px;padding:16px;'>\n  <strong style='color:#003566;'>Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style='margin:8px 0 0 0;color:#000814;'>If you need a permit or special parking, don't leave it to the last minute. Proper preparation is critical to a smooth move to an apartment building, without delays and unnecessary stress.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Protection of common areas and proper workflow<\/h2>\n<p>The image you leave in the building counts. With simple measures, you can drastically reduce the risk of damage:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cover friction points: corners, railings, doors, elevator bodies.<\/li>\n<li>Put protective flooring (cardboard\/rolls\/moving blankets) in the corridors.<\/li>\n<li>Designate a \u00abpath\u00bb for transfers and keep it clear of bags\/butts.<\/li>\n<li>Separate fragile and valuable items in a specific zone so they don't get mixed up in the \u00abmass\u00bb flow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Packaging that withstands real-life conditions<\/h2>\n<p>In a block of flats there are bends, narrow passages and a greater likelihood of minor bumps. Invest in good packaging and proper labeling. For practical guidance, see our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/pos-na-syskevasete-efthrafsta-antikeimena-choris-na-spasoun\/\">packaging of fragile objects<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>When it is worth asking for professional help<\/h2>\n<p>If access is difficult, if there are large\/heavy objects or if you want to finish the job without \u00abtesting\u00bb, an organised solution saves time and risk. Prime Removals takes care of <a href=\"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/metacomiseis-thessaloniki\/\">removals<\/a> with planning, protection of common areas, and where appropriate <a href=\"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/anypsotica-michanimata\/\">lifting<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you want us to organise your move to a block of flats?;<\/strong> Contact us from the page <a href=\"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/epicoinonia\/\">Contact<\/a> for appreciation and a clear shot.<\/p>\n<section class=\"prime-faq-accordion\" style=\"margin-top:22px;\">\n<style>\n    .prime-faq-accordion{background:#F5F7FA;border:1px solid #E5E7EB;border-radius:14px;padding:16px;}\n    .prime-faq-accordion h2{margin:0 0 12px 0;color:#001D3D;}\n    .prime-faq-accordion details{background:#FFFFFF;border:1px solid #E5E7EB;border-radius:12px;padding:10px 12px;margin:10px 0;}\n    .prime-faq-accordion summary{cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#003566;outline:none;}\n    .prime-faq-accordion summary::-webkit-details-marker{color:#003566;}\n    .prime-faq-accordion .prime-faq-a{margin-top:10px;color:#000814;}\n    .prime-faq-accordion .prime-faq-a p{margin:0;}\n  <\/style>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<details>\n<summary>What is the best time to move into an apartment building?;<\/summary>\n<div class=\"prime-faq-a\">\n<p>Ideally, start in the morning and organise the noisiest tasks outside of quiet hours. In addition, take into account any restrictions mentioned in the condominium regulations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Do I need to inform the administrator before moving?;<\/summary>\n<div class=\"prime-faq-a\">\n<p>Yes. Early consultation with the manager helps to organise entrances\/elevators\/common areas, inform tenants and avoid misunderstandings on the day of moving into a block of flats.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>When is a hoist needed when moving into an apartment building?;<\/summary>\n<div class=\"prime-faq-a\">\n<p>Where there are high floors, narrow stairs\/elevators or large and heavy furniture (e.g. sofa, fridge). The hoist reduces time and risk of damage to objects and common areas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Do you need a permit to park the truck outside the apartment building?;<\/summary>\n<div class=\"prime-faq-a\">\n<p>It depends on the street and the municipality. In some cases, a pavement or roadway occupancy permit or special regulation is required, especially in narrow places or on roads with heavy traffic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How do I protect the stairwell and the lift?;<\/summary>\n<div class=\"prime-faq-a\">\n<p>With corner guards\/bars, floor coverings in the aisles and a clean transport \u00abpath\u00bb. Also, keep boxes concentrated so that common areas are not blocked.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<section style='margin-top:22px;background:#F5F7FA;border:1px solid #E5E7EB;border-radius:14px;padding:16px;'>\n<h2 style='margin:0 0 10px 0;color:#001D3D;'>Sources<\/h2>\n<ul style='margin:0 0 0 18px;color:#000814;'>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.astynomia.gr\/odigos-tou-politi\/chrisimes-symvoules\/diafores\/poies-einai-oi-ores-koinis-isychias\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Greek Police: hours of silence<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofathens.gr\/service\/katalipsikoin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Municipality of Athens: temporary permission to occupy public space<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thermaikos.gr\/ypiresies\/kathariotita\/oikodomikes-ergasies-kai-katalipsi-pezodromion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Municipality of Thermaikos: occupation of sidewalks\/pavement<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moving an apartment building in New York City has special requirements and challenges such as strict moving rules, the need for elevator booking, restrictions on moving items and special permitting needs. Choosing an experienced New York moving company and proper organization are essential for a smooth and successful apartment move. Discover practical tips, solutions and key steps to prepare properly and avoid delays, fines and unnecessary stress when moving to New York.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1914,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_gspb_post_css":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[241,240,239,229,238,242],"class_list":["post-1726","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-praktikoi-odigoi","tag-adeia-katalipsis-pezodromiou","tag-anypsotiko-michanima","tag-diacheiristis-polykatoikias","tag-metakomisi-diamerismatos","tag-metakomisi-se-polykatoikia","tag-ores-koinis-isychias"],"blocksy_meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1726","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1726"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1726\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1914"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1726"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1726"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/prime-metaforiki.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1726"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}