Strata property matters
My name was recorded in SCM minutes after a complaint from another owner. I did not hear another word from the strata manager or SCM until I requested information. The matter was forwarded to a solicitor… Nothing happened and the result was not noted in any subsequent minutes. Is this normal? – Gloria, NSW
Q: My name was recorded in SCM minutes after a complaint from another owner who is a member of the SCM.
After …
I have owned my apartment for 12months. During a recent storm my power went out – the strata sent out an electrician – and the fault was found to be an electrical outlet on the balcony (which I didn’t know existed – behind air conditioner ) it is now isolated. Strata want me to pay for this call out and the relocation of power outlet. What are my rights? – Linda, NSW
Q: I have owned my apartment for 12months. During a recent storm my power went out – the strata sent out …
Two members in the complex are running the committee, along with the strata manager, without any approval from the rest of the committee or any of the 28 owners in the building. They spent admin money and took money out of the sinking fund to balance the books. They spent on security cameras installed in their own units connected to only their mobiles. We want a fresh start and please need some advice on how to remove them. – Dorothy, QLD
Q: Our budget was in deficit for the past two years. Two members in the complex are running the committee, along …
My elder neighbour has set up a sprinkler system along our common timber paling fence. – Kate, NSW
Q: My elder neighbour has set up a sprinkler system along our common timber paling fence.
She runs it every day for …
Can you conduct a business in a strata scheme? Making products in your garage? – NSW, Margaret
Q: Can you conduct business in a strata scheme? Making products in your garage?
A: Generally speaking, conducting business within a residential …
Can an owner completely enclose a balcony to make another room? – Betty, NSW
Q: Can an owner completely enclose a balcony to make another room?
A: If this work includes major changes such as erecting …
My strata company has a lot of issues and need guidance. Please guide me what is the right course of action in these circumstances. – Mohsin, NSW
Q: My strata company has a lot of issues and need guidance. What is the right path to take, whether to …
Should an Airbnb host inform the body corporate of their intentions to lease their apartments on a short term rental platform e.g. Airbnb – Jennifer, QLD
Q: Should an Airbnb host inform the body corporate of their intentions to lease their apartments on a short term rental …
Can I install a divider along the cyclone fencing near my garage to keep my space clean and secure? – Kathy, QLD
Q: My garage is one of three, together with a cyclone fencing dividing each. The other two tenants keep their roller …
At the AGM, can a financial lot owner nominate an unfinancial lot owner to the strata committee? – Robert, NSW
Q: At the AGM can a financial lot owner nominate an unfinancial lot owner to the strata committee?
A: The short answer …
I have recently been experiencing issues with the motor drive on my garage door. Can you please inform me if the motor is covered under strata. – Trent, NSW
Q: I have recently been experiencing issues with the motor drive on my garage door. The door seems to be labouring …
We are renovating our 2 bathrooms. If the tenants do not stop using the adjoining main bathroom immediately our newly tiled main bathroom will have to be demolished and redone. Our builder cannot proceed with the en-suite waterproofing and tiling. What do you advise?- Karen, QLD
Q: We are renovating our 2 bathrooms. Tiles were completely removed from both bathrooms. Main bathroom has been waterproofed and newly …
Am I allowed to park my car outside my garage door on the driveway of the strata? My garage is on the common entrance to both properties. – Eugene, VIC
Q: Am I allowed to park my car outside my garage door on the driveway of the strata? My garage is …
The complex is having a Fire Safety Inspection. As unit owners do we receive a copy of the Work Order? – Gregory, NSW
Q: The complex is having a Fire Safety Inspection. As unit owners do we receive a copy of the Work Order?
A: …
We are now running strata properties between ourselves as owners. Do we have to have strata included? – Judith, VIC
Q: We are now running strata properties between ourselves as owners. Do we have to have strata included?
A: No, when self …
