We have been granted exclusive use of a courtyard however this area is still classified as common property. The wooden fence separating my yard and the street is falling. Who is responsible for the repair of this fence? – Joshua, NSW

Question: We have been granted exclusive use of a courtyard, however, this area is still classified as common property. The wooden fence separating my yard and the street is falling. Who is responsible for the repair of this fence? It forms security for the entire complex and forms the strata schemes boundary.

– Joshua, NSW

Answer: Every strata managed property has a different set of by-laws. Check your by-laws to find out who is responsible for the maintenance and repairs of this area. Generally, when an owner has been granted exclusive access they are often responsible for the maintenance and repairs. If the by-law doesn’t state who is responsible or you need clarity, we recommend you speak to the committee. For more information, go to picagroup.com.au/dividing-fences-retaining-walls-whos-responsible/.