Here are several reasons why you as an owner should ensure to pay your service charges: - You agreed to do so by signing the lease when you bought your home. - Under Section 18 of the Multi-Unit Developments Act 2011 you have a legal obligation to pay. - The OMC needs the money to provide services (such as waste collection, block insurance, repairs and maintenance) to you, your neighbours, and your properties.  - If you fail to pay, in effect you are expecting your neighbours to make up the difference. - If you fail to pay, you are causing diminished services levels within the estate.