Regarding apartment generator usage and repairs

If a residential society is asking for maintenance charges for a generator, but you don't need the service, you can: 1. _Check the bye-laws_: Review the society's bye-laws to see if they require residents to pay for generator maintenance, even if they don't use it. 2. _Communicate with the society_: Explain your situation to the society's management or secretary, stating that you don't require the generator service and therefore shouldn't be charged. 3. _Request exemption_: Ask if you can be exempted from paying the maintenance charges, or if there's an alternative arrangement possible. 4. _Escalate if necessary_: If the society doesn't respond or refuses, consider escalating the matter to the registrar of societies or a local consumer forum. Remember to keep records of your communication and any agreements or understandings reached.