What is included in CAM charges?

CAM charges typically include: cleaning and janitorial services, elevator maintenance, common area electricity and lighting, security services, landscaping and garden upkeep, parking lot maintenance, fire safety systems, and building insurance.

What are CAM Charges?

Q: What are CAM charges?

CAM (Common Area Maintenance) charges are fees that commercial tenants pay towards the upkeep of shared areas in a building, such as lobbies, elevators, parking lots, gardens, and security. CAM is typically charged per square foot per month on top of the base rent.

Common Area Maintenance costs explained for commercial tenants and landlords in India.

TL;DR

CAM charges are monthly fees commercial tenants pay for maintaining shared areas — lobbies, elevators, parking, security, and common utilities. Typically ₹8–25 per sq. ft./month in Indian commercial properties, charged in addition to base rent and subject to 18% GST.

What CAM Includes

Cleaning and housekeeping of common areas
Elevator and escalator maintenance
Common area electricity (lobbies, corridors, parking)
Security guards and CCTV surveillance
Landscaping and garden maintenance
Parking lot upkeep
Fire safety system maintenance
Building insurance premium (shared portion)

How CAM is Calculated

CAM is usually charged on a per-square-foot basis based on the tenant's occupied area:

Monthly CAM = Rate per sq. ft. × Occupied Area

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