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Hi, from a practical property management persperctive:

- Utilities (water, electricity, gas, indah water) are usage-based and are usually paid by the owners who are occupying the unit.

- Monthly condo maintenance & sinking fund are ownership related and typically shared among all owners regardless of occupancy.

- House upkeep due to daily use is normally borne by the occupying owners.

- Cukai taksiran & cukai tanah are statutory owner obligations and are usually shared according to ownership share.

Lastly, if other co-owners are occupying the entire exclusively, it is reasonable to discuss an occupation rental with the non occupying owner, ideally agreed and documented in writing.

Hope this helps!
-Simone Read More

Hi Simone, while it is fine to collect proportional amount of rental from the occupying owners in the unit, you are legally liable for responsibilities of the activities in the unit including illegal bitcoin mining which could land you in jail. Just a reminder that you should be fully aware of who are the occupying residents and what is the property being used for to safeguard your own interest. Contact me if you need further clarification at 012.2222.018. Cheers, Kevin

Illegal Bitcoin mining is primarily prosecuted under the Electricity Supply Act 1990 (Act 447).
Section 37(1) - Tampering with Lines: Damaging or tampering with electrical installations to steal power can lead to severe penalties.
Section 37(3) - Dishonest Consumption: This provision covers the fraudulent use of electricity.
Domestic Users: Fines of not less than RM1,000 and up to RM50,000, and/or imprisonment for up to one year. Read More