First, understand the definition and use of residential special maintenance funds.

Residential special maintenance funds refer to the funds raised by the owners in accordance with the provisions of laws and regulations and earmarked for the maintenance, renewal and transformation of some * * * properties and * * * facilities and equipment after the warranty period expires. These funds are usually used for the maintenance and renewal of elevators, fire fighting, external walls and other parts to ensure the normal use of the property and the living safety of the owners.

Two, explore the conditions for the return of residential special maintenance funds.

Although residential special maintenance funds are generally non-refundable, in some specific cases, there may be the possibility of refund. For example, when the owner transfers the house to others, the remaining residential special maintenance funds can be returned to the owner according to a certain proportion. In addition, if the maintenance and updating costs of some facilities and equipment in the property are lower than the special maintenance funds raised for houses, the remaining funds can also be returned on the premise of meeting relevant regulations.

However, it should be noted that these refund conditions are usually strictly limited and stipulated. The specific refund conditions and procedures may vary due to factors such as region and property type. Therefore, when considering returning the special maintenance funds for houses, the owners should first understand the relevant local policies and regulations.

Third, follow the relevant regulations and procedures.

Owners believe that they meet the conditions for returning special maintenance funds for houses, and shall apply in accordance with relevant regulations and procedures. This usually includes the steps of submitting an application to the property management company or the owners' committee, providing relevant certification materials, and passing the examination. During the application process, the owner shall ensure that the information provided is true and complete, and abide by relevant regulations and procedures.

To sum up:

Whether the special maintenance funds for housing can be refunded depends on specific laws, regulations and policies. In most cases, the funds are non-refundable, but there may be the possibility of refund in some specific circumstances. When considering returning the special maintenance funds for residential buildings, the owners should first understand the relevant local policies and regulations and apply in accordance with the relevant regulations and procedures.

Legal basis:

property management regulations

Article 53 provides that:

Owners shall pay special maintenance funds in accordance with relevant state regulations.

The special maintenance fund belongs to the owner. After the warranty period expires, it will be used exclusively for the maintenance, renewal and transformation of * * parts and * * facilities and equipment of the property, and shall not be used for other purposes.

Measures for the administration of residential special maintenance funds

Article 29 provides that:

When the ownership of the house is transferred, the owner shall explain to the transferee the deposit and balance of the special maintenance fund of the house and issue a valid certificate. The housing special maintenance fund with the balance in the housing subsidiary ledger shall be transferred at the same time as the housing ownership.