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I don't think anyone can dictate how or when you use property that is yours ... Unless there is a safety issue such as a fire risk or hazard ..

I would suggest that you approach the MC and state your case to them . See what they say...

Every complex and committee must abide by the IPL Immovable Property Law ..... And I believe they cannot make rules and incorporate them unless it's done officially at the land registry. However if its a temporary rule agreement by a quorum of owners then that may well be acceptable but in a specific and limited way.... there are rules and laws as to what constitutes legal quorum on communal properties ...

This link will give you information about quorum

Communal living can be problematic with lots of issues that you may or may not be aware of pre purchase... Check my other post about things to be aware of on complexes before committing to a purchase.

There are a couple of groups on Facebook i would suggest you join ... I say this as they have been a great source of information from experienced MCs and can offer many suggestions and potential solutions....

The links are here

I think you need to get a robust statement of intent to do the works with an acceptable timescale from the MC ... Having lived on a complex for the last 18 months (in peyia too) believe me MCs dont/can't react or get things done as quickly as you or they would like to for a multitude of reasons related to quorum and financial constraints non Payer's & under payers etc.. in the interests of cordial community relationships best to tread lightly ... Even items agreed at an AGM take time and effort to resolve and organise. MCs are after all volunteers to act on behalf of all.owners some may not always be present. Have a look at the IPL and see if there is anything in there that can support their dictat to you.. facts and law are not easy to argue with

@Toon thanks for your response.  Yes I'm finding out lots of info about MCs, their responsibilities and accountability, etc.  Still awaiting the lawyer to let me have sight of the communal agreement and minutes of last AGM to see what is covered or due to be actioned.  Certainly don't want to start on the wrong foot with the MC so as you say, gently does it for now   It's a small complex and as I  understand it only 4-5 owners, including ourselves, in residence and I must say it is a very well maintained complex (reflected by the high communal fees perhaps)

It's always a good idea to be on top with the laws.. smaller complexes I would expect to be less troublesome. So I think considering your health issue they may well look at things differently for you by way of a concession....

Good luck .. please feel free to let us know how you get on..

I would also suggest you ask for a copy of the accounts and when the books were last audited

@Toon Ah good thinking ref the accounts.  Would like to see how they've calculated the fees and if there's a sinking pot available.  We will have one of the largest apartments by sq meterage, so know we'll be paying a higher price if that's how they've calculated it - but we'd be spending similar to maintain a private villa/pool so it all sort of balances out.