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Yin Zhi of Tsinghua University: Should the shared area really be cancelled?
I don't know when the "shared area" seems to have become a "characteristic label" in China's real estate market. Every time it is mentioned, it sparks a lively discussion about fairness, transparency and consumer rights. Recently, this topic has been pushed to the forefront again because of the words of Yin Zhi, a professor at the School of Architecture of Tsinghua University.
What is the shared area?
To put it simply, the shared area refers to the floor area of the common parts of the whole building that are shared by the owners of the whole building. This includes, but is not limited to, stairwells, elevator shafts, lobbies, equipment rooms, public foyers, etc. In other words, the house you buy is not actually 100% "private space", and part of it is "shared" by the owners of the entire building.
What did Professor Yin Zhi say?
In an interview, Professor Yin Zhi said clearly: "The shared area system should be abolished. He further explained that the system of shared area is not in line with international practice, and various disputes and contradictions arising from it also occur from time to time. He called for the housing price to be calculated according to the area of the suite, so that the people can understand the payment and buy a house with confidence.
Is it really that good to cancel the shared area?
At first glance, the abolition of pooled area seems to be a "panacea" that can solve many problems. But in reality, the underlying issues are far more complex than we think.
If the shared area is abolished, will the house be more expensive?
Some people are worried that after the abolition of the pooled area, the unit price of the house may increase due to the fact that the previously "invisible" pooled part will be added to the area of the suite. This is indeed a question worth considering. However, Professor Yin Zhi also pointed out that the abolition of the shared area does not mean that housing prices will necessarily rise. The key lies in how to design reasonable pricing methods and trading rules.
Will the cost of property increase if the shared area is abolished?
In addition to housing prices, property fees are also an issue that everyone is concerned about. After the abolition of the shared area, how to calculate the property fee, whether it is based on the area of the suite or the overall floor area, these are all issues that need to be solved.
What changes will be brought about by the abolition of the pooled area?
In addition to the economic aspect, the abolition of shared area will also bring about a series of social and institutional changes. For example, the roles and interests of developers, agents, home buyers, property companies and other parties will be affected. What's more, this change could have a profound impact on the existing real estate market landscape.
Is it really that difficult to cancel the shared area?
On the face of it, the abolition of the pooled area seems to be an "easier said than done" problem. But in reality, as long as all parties can sit down and work together to find a reasonable solution, the problem is not unsolvable. The key is whether we are willing to make changes for a fairer and more transparent real estate market environment.
epilogue
The concept of shared area, which seems simple but not simple, actually hides many complex problems and entanglements of interests. Professor Yin Zhi's suggestion, although it sounds attractive, needs to be considered in practice. In any case, we should strive for a fair, transparent and healthy development of the real estate market. Only in this way can we truly realize the beautiful vision of "living in a home".
Finally, I would like to say that regardless of whether the pooled area is abolished or not, we should remain rational and calm, and not blindly follow the trend. After all, the real estate market is a complex system, and any small change can trigger a series of ripple effects. Let's look forward to a fairer, more transparent and healthier real estate market.