As we count down to the 30th of November, we wanted to test your knowledge of the new strata legislation through a number of quiz questions. Over the coming 2 weeks we will publish 5 questions and answers. Why not have a go? Today our fourth question: True or False? Current contracts with strata managers…
As we count down to the 30th of November, we wanted to test your knowledge of the new strata legislation through a number of quiz questions. Over the coming 2 weeks we will publish 5 questions and answers. Why not have a go? Today our third question: True or False? Smoking is banned in all…
A LookUpStrata reader wanted to know what can be done about a lack of privacy in their apartment due to a common walkway directly outside of their door and patio. Unfortunately, if the area in question is properly categorised as common property and there are no by-laws restricting access to that area, there is little…
As we count down to the 30th of November, we wanted to test your knowledge of the new strata legislation through a number of quiz questions. Over the coming 2 weeks we will publish 5 questions and answers. Why not have a go? Today our second question: True or False? Small pets will be allowed in…
This is one from the archives. A LookUpStrata reader wanted to know whether storage spaces in their strata titled building could have legal votes at a meeting equal to the vote of an apartment owner? In summary, the answer Leanne Habib provided was that the storage lots will have an equal vote to the apartment owners…
As we count down to the 30th of November, we wanted to test your knowledge of the new strata legislation through a number of quiz questions. Over the coming 2 weeks we will publish 5 questions and answers. Why not have a go? Today our first question: True or False? On 30 November, the old…
The NSW department of Fair Trading is organising free information sessions across the state covering the new strata legislation, which comes into effect on 30 November. For more details and information on how to book, please follow this link.
A LookUpstrata reader wanted to know how they can obtain a copy of a building defects report regarding building issues which is affecting their unit. The Owner’s Corporation does not want to release the report, and is not willing to cooperate. Leanne provided a response to this rather difficult question: If the reports are obtained…
This question from a lot owner concerning registering strata bylaws was submitted to LookUpStrata. Another owner in the building advised the Executive Committee that the local council had ordered him to convert the apartment, which was originally built as 2 units, back into one apartment. He subsequently started this work, including some upgrades. Our LookUpStrata…
Leanne provided a response to a LookUpStrata readers question. The reader wanted to know what can be done to ensure that the Executive Committee fulfills its duty of maintaining common property. We advised the lot owner to put their Strata Managing Agent on notice that the Owners Corporation is in breach of its duties. Read our…
We provided another response to a LookUpStrata readers question. The reader recently moved into a strata building, and wanted to know how to go about organising a roof repair with limited funds available in the sinking fund. In summary, the roof is common property and as such a repair should be requested by the Executive Committee and…
Did you know that Premium Strata has provided the information on LookUpStrata’s dedicated NSW Strata Rules & Bylaws page? See the ‘New South Wales’ tab on the page. It’s an excellent resource covering all relevant strata regulations and covers the upcoming changes to NSW strata legislation. Why not have a look now? It is well worth the look!
We recommend this article by Bannermans Lawyers. It warns of the risks of accepting a builder’s quotation for remedial work without checking the terms and condition and the use of legal advice. These works are often very costly, and the marginal added cost (as a percentage of the total) of such advice are well worth it. It helps avoid…
This LookUpStrata readers question from a lot owner concerns maintenance of common property and requirements to replace unsound balconies with like for like, rather than cheaper alternatives as preferred by the other owners (without balconies). Hit this link to read Leanne’s response.
This one is from the archives, but still of possible interest to you. A LookUpStrata reader wanted to know the correct procedure to follow after their Owners Committee chairman resigned before the Annual General Meeting (AGM). In summary, Leanne’s response explains that the number of members set at the last AGM cannot be changed until the…
We covered this in an earlier article on the imminent strata law changes. however we thought this article was worthwhile sharing. In this article, Jimmy Thomson from the Flat Chat column in the Domain explains how DIY renovators need to be mindful that many activities will need prior approval by the strata committee before commencement of…
Leanne provided an answer to a reader’s question on LookUpStrata. The reader wanted to know how you can find out what your quarterly strata levies are. You can read Leanne’s full response by hitting this link.
Jimmy Thomson from the Flat-Chat website wrote a great post on the importance of good strata managers. “Fair Trading … received 800 enquiries about strata managers and 48 official complaints last financial year – a rise of 50 percent on 2014-2015.” “Strata schemes can be cash cows where, often, investors vote for the lowest cost option…
Leanne has provided a response to a reader’s question received by LookUpStrata. The reader has residents of higher apartments who overlook her balcony, dump waste and cigarettes butts over their balustrades, which end up in her outdoor area. Naturally, the reader wanted to understand what can be done. You can read the full question, and Leanne’s response…
Premium Strata is very pleased to announce that Stella McWiggan has joined the ever growing team as a Licensed Senior Strata Manager. With Stella we gained another highly experienced strata manager. Stella brings with her over 15 years’ experience in the Real Estate and Property Industry, from Design and Facilities Management to Strata and Implementation…