I submitted an application seeking permission for renovation of my flat (painting, flooring and carpentry work). The secretary informed me that I need to pay certain non refundable charges for the work I want to undertake. He gave me a list of charges, separate charges for every type of renovation like painting for Rs.2500 , flooring for Rs. 8500, carpentry for Rs. 1000, windows for Rs. 750, lift usage Rs. 1000 etc. I want to know is it legal for them to charge so much? I understand paying refundable security deposit but these charges seems arbitrary.
