Strata property matters
Are waterproofing and roof repairs an administrative expense or a capital works fund item? – Lynette, NSW
Does waterproofing & roof repairs fall under maintenance (thus being an admin expenses) or are they a capital works fund expense? …
What are strata property rules regarding noise ratings on hard floors? – Zara, NSW
What are the NSW rules for strata plans regarding noise ratings on hard floors. I am thinking about replacing my very …
Are external security doors the body corporate’s responsibilities? – Kim, QLD
Are external security doors part of the body corporate responsibilities? My unit is first floor and easily accessible for break ins. …
Do all bathroom renovations need strata committee approval? – Garry, NSW
I want to renovate a bathroom in my apartment . There will be no movement of plumbing but new tiling walls …
Are balconies and gardens common property or part of our lot? – Barry, NSW
We are an owner of a ground floor unit that has a big outdoor balcony and garden area. Are our balconies …
Who is responsible to fix unauthorised common property renovations? – Libby, NSW
Long before I purchased my ground floor apartment, the previous owner enclosed the balcony to become a sunroom. It has now …
If our garage door is common property, who is responsible for the remote? – Ferdinand, NSW
Our garage door seems to be part of common property. What is the status of the remote control and the electric …
Can the committee restrict owners and residents from participating in general meetings and asking questions? – Michael, NSW
Can the Committee declare that residents (owners) cannot speak at monthly meetings unless they are invited to? At our last AGM, …
Are the floors, walls and lights of a balcony body corporate responsibility? – Jeffrey, QLD
Are the floors, walls and lights of a balcony a body corporate responsibility? I know in our unit block no one …
Who is responsible for collecting meeting minutes when meetings and decisions are made via email? – Sue, QLD
Who keeps the minutes for Committee Meetings where the decisions are made via email. Where should the original be kept and …
Can our building manager or caretaker change the name of our entire complex without owners input nor acknowledgement? – Rose, NSW
Even if they have management rights, can our building manager or caretaker change the name of our entire complex without owners …
Can I get reimbursed by the owners corporation for getting my balcony entrance door fixed at my end? – Sybille, NSW
I had problems opening the balcony door, so I had to get a repairman and paid 100 AUD to get it …
Who reviews strata by-laws? Is it the committee or the owners corporation? – John, NSW
The committee prompts and drafts the by-laws and owners corporation reviews and formalises them.
As per law, strata properties are required to …
Can smoke drift from one strata apartment to another be stopped? – Jenny, NSW
With respect to smoke drift, it’s important to clarify where the person is smoking – if they’re doing so within their …
What are our rights to stop smoke drift? – Marc, VIC
My neighbour smokes and the smoke wafts all through our house. I have a young daughter and I don’t want her …
