Strata property matters
Do I need body corporate permission to bring home a pet? – Chantelle, QLD
How do I submit a request to my body corporate to allow tenants to have a pet animal? I am finding …
Do renovations require owners corporation or commitee approval? – Ian, NSW
Depending upon the type of renovation work and where you’re looking to make the changes in a strata property, you might …
Will neighbouring construction works affect my property? – John, QLD
Our Body Corp committee has recently learned there will be construction works on the immediate neighbouring property. Currently there is only …
If there is a leak in the roof at a strata complex and it damages the interiors of my property, what do I do? – Joan, NSW
If there is a leak in the roof, or a skylight, at a strata complex and rainwater leaks into the property …
I am thinking of buying into a unit block. How do I find out about their strata, if they are having problems, or if the scheme has any planned future works that I will have to contribute to? – Judy, NSW
You can pre-arrange it with the strata management company to conduct an inspection. You need to pay the inspection fee as …
I would like to paint my back wooden fence. Do I need to make application or notify the body corp? – David, QLD
If the fence is part of the common property, you can make an improvement or change if approved by the committee …
Does a Body Corporate Community have to pay tax? – Dianne, QLD
Body corporates are treated as public companies under the tax law, and must lodge a tax return for any year in …
How much is the strata fees per apartment in a large complex with gardens and pool facilities? I just need an approximate value. The complex has 300 units in 9 Apartment blocks. – Nelly, NSW
In addition to the available facilities, number and dimensions of properties, there are a number of factors that could affect the …
Security patrols around my building have been recently lowered. Due to this I have been thinking of installing a home security system (alarm only not CCTV). Does this need to be approved by the committee? – Matt, QLD
The alarm is likely to be placed on an external wall that is common property. So, to be able to make …
My unit has a leaking cold water pipe under the slab inside the unit. Who is responsible for the repairs? – Kevin, QLD
You need to reach out to your body corporate manager and familiarise yourself with the boundaries of properties. Find out if …
How do I get a certificate of non-coverage from body corporate? I needed to replace my carpet after the hot water heater burst and the insurance has requested this. – Rob, NSW
You can ask your strata manager to connect directly with their insurance provider, and they should be able to help you …
Can a body corporate not permit a restaurant owner/renter from putting energy-saving solar panels on the roof to cut down electricity bills? – Judith, QLD
Body corporates may have the power to place restrictions on alterations made to the exterior of a building such as the …
My flat suffered damage to ceilings and walls due to a leak in the communal roof above. My strata managers are insisting that any repairs made inside my flat whilst caused by the faulty roof are my financial responsibility. how do I proceed with getting the strata to accept responsibility for my repairs? – Gary, NSW
You can share your insurance details with your strata manager. They should be able to take up the concern with the …
What are the regulations for noise control in strata properties and who should pay for a noise assessment report? – Vincent, NSW
The neighbour complained my bathroom fan is noisy in the strata building. What are the regulations for noise control in strata? …
Who is responsible for repair costs relating to retaining walls between my villa and common property? Greg, NSW
If it’s part of common property under a strata scheme, your strata committee would be responsible for maintaining this. It depends …
