Italian courts rule ex‑spouse must vacate porter housing and set limits on spousal maintenance

The Palermo Tribunal (sentence 3296 of 2026) clarified that a porter’s service apartment belongs to the condominium and is granted exclusively for the employee’s work duties. In a separation, the ex‑spouse has no right to remain in the dwelling and must vacate it immediately.

Separate jurisprudence confirms that alimony is not automatic. The Italian Supreme Court has ruled that a spouse who uses dating‑site services, refuses to relocate with the partner, or pursues excessive personal hobbies can be deemed at fault for the breakdown and therefore denied maintenance. The court requires a clear causal link between the conduct and the marital collapse before denying support.