Strata topics
I have asked our manager BCS three times for a response without reply. – Keith, QLD
Q: I have asked our manager three times for a response without a reply. 13 units on 3 floors on Sunshine …
We have to carry our pet from our apartment to the lift, carry in the lift, then carry through foyer which is proving a little difficult for us. What are the rules and regulations in Queensland? – Maggie, QLD
Q: We have a 9 kilo labradoodle dog, who has has been approved by body corporate, however my husband was in …
I have a personal gym in my garage on the bottom floor of my apartment block. The floors have rubber tiles on them. I wanted to know the rules regarding dropping weights and noise. – Chris, NSW
Q: I have a personal gym in my garage on the bottom floor of my apartment block. The floors have rubber …
I have 2 committee members who think they own the property and are intimidating and harassing us. What can we do legally? – M, NSW
Q: Hi, I have 2 committee members who think they own the property and are intimidating and harassing us. They’ve been …
I live in a strata block of 8 single level units. My unit is freezing in winter and hot in summer. There is no ceiling or wall insulation. Is the owners corporation responsible for paying for the installation and am I required to seek permission to do so? – Melissa, NSW
Q: I live in a strata block of 8 single level units. My unit is freezing in winter and hot in …
I have been requested to repair the balcony doors as water is making its way to the unit below. The Body Corporation is expecting me to foot the cost of removing the doors and waterproofing even though that is a sub-standard repair. Your suggestions would be welcome. – Tim, QLD
Q: I have been requested to repair the balcony doors as water is making its way to the unit below. The …
Can we replace the original ugly brown tiles on our balcony with new ones? – Sonia, QLD
Q: Can we replace the original ugly brown tiles on our balcony with new ones? The balcony is part of our …
I am experiencing leaks coming into the bathroom through the skylight. I was informed by the body corporate manager that this wouldn’t be covered by the body corporate. Can you please advise whether this is the case and whether I am liable to cover the repairs? – Serena, VIC
Q: I own a townhouse which is one of four. We are all joined & share the one roof. I am …
Who is responsible for the maintenance of the balcony in townhouses? – Kenneth, QLD
Q: 2 of 4 townhouses in a Building Format plan have balconies that are wholly within the private property of each …
My neighbour and I share a balcony and they smoke. I don’t smoke and the smoke comes straight into my apartment. I cannot open my door or windows at all. What rights do I have? – Holli, VIC
Q: My neighbour and I share a balcony and they smoke. I don’t smoke and the smoke comes straight into my …
I would like to install ducted air conditioning in my unit. Is the ceiling space common property, or does it belong to me? Do I require permission from the committee or do I need to have an extraordinary BC meeting to proceed? – Martin, QLD
Q: I would like to install ducted air conditioning in my unit. Is the ceiling space common property, or does it …
Can I replace my fixed roller blinds with plantation shutters for the windows in my apartment? – Alcira, NSW
Q: Can I replace my fixed roller blinds with plantation shutters for the windows in my apartment?
A: It is best to …
We recently received an email from strata management that they now consider my cousin and her parents as residents and thus can no longer park in the spot despite her ongoing medical condition. What can we do in this situation? – James, NSW
Q: Hi, my cousin started having seizures in February and was discharged from ICU in March. Ever since then, she has …
At present our owners corporation management is re-elected at our annual AGM. What notice do we have to give them if we want to not re-elect them? – Rose, VIC
Q: At present our owners corporation management is re-elected at our annual AGM. What notice do we have to give them …
I recently came home to find a large red ‘no smoking’ warning sign on the wall directly in front of my front door – when I open my door, the sign is immediately in front of me on the wall. I am not a smoker, what can I do? – David, QLD
Q: I own a ground floor unit. I recently came home to find a large red ‘no smoking’ warning sign (50x60cm) …