Strata topics
One of the committee members is a bully… There are four other members of the committee and we would like to vote him off the committee. Is this possible? -Jill, NSW
One of the committee members is a bully. He is constantly criticising every cent we spend, even if it is a …
Are the owners corporation responsible for repairing window sashes? – Roger, NSW
Answer: The first step would be to check your building’s by-laws. In many buildings, windows are considered part of strata, which …
I live in a two unit duplex building with driveways situated in front of each unit and garage doors facing these entry points. Is strata responsible for garage doors? – Marilyn, NSW
Question: I live in a two unit duplex building with driveways situated in front of each unit and garage doors facing …
A defective valve in a water socket in a non common wall supplying cold water to the fridge caused extensive water damage within the lot before the main supply to the unit could be turned off. The insurers for the body corporate have only accepted liability for the damaged kick boards. – Phil, QLD
Question: A defective valve in a water socket in a non common wall supplying cold water to the fridge caused extensive …
I was told the new strata Schemes Management Act 2015 imposes an even greater responsibility on the owners corporation in relation to budgeting and financial management of the capital works fund. What’s changed? – Frank, NSW
Question: I was told the new Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 imposes an even greater responsibility on the owners corporation in …
Is it possible to adapt the body corporate manager to carry out only the role of the secretary? This would include property management duties but exclude operation of the body corporate bank account, financial statements and taxation returns. – Robert, QLD
Question: Is it possible to adapt the body corporate manager to carry out only the role of the secretary? This would …
A year ago my husband bought a unit in a small strata complex. The plan given by the agent said the property came with a car space, however, the reality is there’s no way all four allocated spaces could be filled with a car and allow enough space for those in garages nearby to enter and exit. The council will not provide on-street parking permits because of this allocation on-site. The issue is coming to a head as owners are now selling and want a resolution. What do you suggest? – Angela, NSW
Question: A year ago my husband bought a unit in a small strata complex. The plan given by the agent said …
What’s the best cause of action in persuading a strata manager to respond to requests for information? This strata manager appears to be very reluctant to respond at all. – Bernard, NSW
Question: What’s the best cause of action in persuading a strata manager to respond to requests for information? This strata manager …
The body corporate committee proposed using body corporate funds to provide a shower facility…… In my opinion this is not an appropriate use of body corporate funds and I would welcome your thoughts. -Tim, NSW
Our complex is comprised of 15 units, 12 of which are currently being holiday let.
Recently, the body corporate committee proposed using …
The connection to the building TV antenna is an old ribbon cable connection, which went out of date about 30 years ago. I’ve been advised it needs to be replaced. Who is responsible for payment of this? – Anne, NSW
Question: I recently purchased a 1970s unit. The connection to the building TV antenna is an old ribbon cable connection, which …
I recently had a licensed plumber turn the mains off briefly for some work on my bathroom, and now one of the unit tenants has said their water pressure has decreased significantly. I know another resident turned off the mains briefly around the same time. Who is responsible for investigating and fixing this? – Chris, NSW
Question: My building is close to 100 years-old, and the plumbing is original. Plumbing for each unit is not isolated, and …
I am a confused on how motions put forward in strata meetings require special resolution. Can you please clarify? -Richard, NSW
Question: I am a confused on how motions put forward in strata meetings require special resolution. In our recent strata meeting, …
I have done a bathroom renovation in my home unit including waterproofing in a building which was built in 1966. A registered builder completed the works and a waterproofing certificate was obtained. The owners corporation are insisting on a “retrospective” by-law to be registered. Do I need to do this? – Joan, NSW
Q: I have done a bathroom renovation in my unit, including waterproofing in a building that was built in 1966. A …
If you’re a member of a strata committee, but hold no responsible position, are you obliged to do anything except vote and/or express an opinion? – Rhonda, NSW
Q: If you’re a member of a strata committee, but hold no responsible position, are you obliged to do anything except …
What strata property information can I get access to without paying for a strata record search? – Richard, NSW
Q: I have just been elected as the treasurer of our strata plan. As our strata manager is reluctant to give …