What constitutes a valid old sukkah, and what renovations are required to make one that is more than 30 days old before the holiday valid for use?
Synopsis
An old sukkah made more than 30 days before the holiday is valid if some renovation is performed for the sake of the festival, even a minimal renewal; if constructed expressly for the festival, no renewal is needed.
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