A new bill in Gravataí (RS) attracted attention in early 2026 by proposing that property managers and administrators of residential and commercial condominiums be required to immediately notify the relevant authorities of any suspected or confirmed incident of domestic or family violence occurring in individual units or common areas. The proposal, numbered 1/2026, sets out clear deadlines — immediate notification for incidents in progress, or within 24 hours of becoming aware of the incident — and calls for the posting of informational notices in common areas, with guidance on the Maria da Penha Law and official reporting channels.

Legislative trends and experiences in other cities

Although the bill is still under review, it reflects a legislative trend already seen elsewhere in Brazil. In Rio de Janeiro, Municipal Law No. 8,913, enacted in 2025, requires property managers to inform the authorities of domestic violence cases occurring within residential and commercial condominiums, as well as to implement awareness initiatives and provide informational materials for residents and front-desk staff.

In the State of Paraná, Law No. 20,145/2020 already required those responsible for condominiums to report to the Women's Police Station or a relevant public security body any occurrence or signs of domestic and family violence in units or common areas, covering women, children, adolescents and the elderly.
In São Paulo, Law 17,406/2021, enacted in September 2021, likewise requires condominiums to report cases of domestic or family violence against vulnerable individuals to the authorities within 24 hours, alongside efforts to raise awareness of victims' rights.

What the law means for property managers and management companies

For property managers and management companies, one of the practical challenges is putting internal procedures in place that allow incidents or signs of violence to be recorded and reported effectively and in line with local regulations. This includes training front-desk staff, establishing discreet channels for residents to report cases, and using digital or telephone tools to pass on information to the authorities in good time.

It is important to note that reporting a case does not replace emergency assistance, which must be sought immediately from the Civil or Military Police whenever there is imminent risk or violence in progress. Municipal or state regulations provide legal backing for property managers who act in good faith and with social responsibility, aligning condominium management with practices of protection and citizenship.