1. Every co-owner may request the partition of the undivided property unless they are compelled to remain in co-ownership by virtue of the law or an agreement. No agreement may compel a co-owner to remain in co-ownership for a period exceeding five (5) years. If the period does not exceed this limit, the agreement shall be binding on the co-owner and their successor. 2. The court, upon the request of a co-owner, may order the continuation of co-ownership for a period it specifies, even if such period exceeds the agreed-upon term or if there is no agreement exists, if immediate partition is detrimental to the interests of the co-owners. It may also order partition before the expiry of the agreed-upon term if a justified reason exists.
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