Mrs. Zahrádková wants to save the old crumbling house she shares with other owners of the flats located in it. She might find supporters for her plan in young newlyweds with their idealistic enthusiasm that have just moved in and are astonished by the co-owners’ inability to agree on anything. Mrs. Roubíčková vigilantly controls the proper course of the meeting, not allowing the slightest deviation from the rules, Mrs. Procházková and her proclaimed business partner Mr. Novak are looking for ways to increase the value of their property not only by renting an apartment to African students, Mr. Nitranský tries to get hold of the attic to expand his flat, and frustrated Mr. Kubát sabotages any decision.