Strata property matters
Does the owners corporation or the strata committee decide what vegetation is planted in the common property garden? With the current Covid-19 virus crises some owners want to plant some vegetables to replace a small section of grass. – Patrick, NSW
Q: Does the owners corporation or the strata committee decide what vegetation is planted in the common property garden? With the …
I live in a mixed-use strata property. Commercial office owners own their car park space which they use or rent out. Retail and commercial owners pay different levies based on allocation not entitlements. Car park maintenance is not budgeted for annually, but it comes out of cleaning, electricity, pest control etc which are budgeted. I understand car park cleaning is $20000 per year but is not in the budget. Can retail owners who do not own car spaces request commercials owners to pay for car park maintenance? – Roman, QLD
Q: I live in a mixed-use strata property. Commercial office owners own their car park space which they use or rent …
One of my neighbours has put her unit up for sale. She has a delicate parking space while I don’t . I would like to pay her for the parking space. What documentation would be required? – John, NSW
Q: One of my neighbours has put her unit up for sale. She has a delicate parking space while I don’t …
If a resident advises the committee they must isolate because they have the virus, are there any requirements for the committee to assist? – Chris, NSW
Q: If a resident advises the committee they must isolate because they have the virus, are there any requirements for the …
If my tenants refuse to pay rent, how can I pay the strata fees? – Jane, NSW
Q: I have been stood down unpaid due to COVID-19. I am a property owner & my apartment is tenanted, I …
There are a number of palms over three metres high which were planted on my lot originally, now crossing the boundary line because of the size of them. My strata says it is my responsibility to remove the palms. Would you be able to clarify this for me? – Sandra, NSW
Q: Hi, both myself together with two other lots would like to replace the old fence.
There are a number of …
Due to COVID-19 lockdown, one of my neighbours appears to be running a personal training business out of our shared garage. Is this allowed, and can we put a stop to it? – Janine, NSW
Q: Due to COVID-19 lockdown, one of my neighbours appears to be running a personal training business out of our shared …
Am I protected against other obstructive owners who vindictively oppose works within my apartment? – Kelly, NSW
Q: Am I protected against other obstructive owners who vindictively oppose works within my apartment?
A: The best option would be to …
Last I saw was that Strata hadn’t enforced closures, but tonight I have come home and the area is closed. Is this right? – Kerry, NSW
Q: I’ve been keeping an eye out for notifications about my pool and spa area being affected due to COVID-19.
Last I …
Our building/property manage has decided that he will have everyone entering the complex sign a declaration of travel and any contact with anyone who has had contact with COVID-19. I wouldn’t have thought privacy laws would allow a committee to do this – and am interested in your opinion. – Lynette, NSW
Q: My question is in relation to a holiday unit that I own in Queensland even thought I live in NSW.
I …
The strata committee has closed access to all facilities. I consider these relate to the usual strata titled buildings, whereas ours is more comparable to a community title situation. My question is whether in this situation I can use the spa with just my husband when the weather permits? – Clara, NSW
Q: Live in large Town house complex with freestanding clubhouse, tennis court, open air pool and spa.
Spa is not in close …
I would like to delay my levy payment for 3 months depending on the situation. What should I do to make this happen without payment any accruing interest? – Lisa, NSW
Q: Hi, due to the outbreak, my business is now shut as part of the new govt. requirement. I would like …
COVID-19 StrataFAQ | Can I get infected through an air-conditioning system?
Q: COVID-19 StrataFAQ | Can I get infected through an air-conditioning system?
A: There is currently no evidence that COVID-19 can be …
COVID-19 StrataFAQ | How does the routine cleaning for our strata property change because of COVID-19?
Q: How does the routine cleaning for our strata property change because of COVID-19?
A: The COVID-19 outbreak requires effective cleaning techniques …
COVID-19 StrataFAQ | I’m working at home from my apartment – can I still commence a renovation?
Q: I’m working at home from my apartment – can I still commence a renovation?
A: Evaluate if commencing renovation works …
