I’m part of a body corporate committee, and we are being harassed by an owner. They claim they shouldn’t have to pay for the body corporates water being used in the complex in gardens lawns etc. What is the solution for body corporates share of water used and should it be calculated to pay its own share? What is the answer to the resident complaining? Should we pay a portion? -Howard, QLD

Q: I’m part of a body corporate committee, and we are being harassed by an owner. They claim they shouldn’t have to pay for the body corporates water being used in the complex in gardens lawns etc. What is the solution for body corporates share of water used and should it be calculated to pay its own share? What is the answer to the resident complaining? Should we pay a portion?

 

A: It would be worth having a look at your Community Management Statement (CMS) as this document will show you how levies are calculated. More specifically, it will be worth looking into the owner’s contribution schedule which will detail what their share of body corporate costs, which will most likely include the shared cost of water usage for common property i.e. the gardens and lawns etc.

All body corporate property owners must pay their fair share of body corporate costs, which is an intrinsic part of community living.

For more information on Community Management Statements, read our article by clicking here.