The following article was written by Turnbull Bowles Lawyers. It explains the benefits of a Mediation compared to going to Hearing in relation to a building defects claim.
It will help you evaluate what is the most suitable step for your building.
If a Mediation does not take place between the parties or a Mediation is unsuccessful between the parties, the matter typically proceeds to a Hearing.
Read the full article here!
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 fifth and final question: True or False? Tenants can now…
Question: I am a piano player living in a NSW strata apartment building. I have received two noise breaches for nuisance about the piano music, claiming I play excessively. This is not correct. What can I do? I am a piano player living in a NSW strata apartment building. I have received two noise…
In this series, we will cover key topics such as managing insurance claim funds, the responsibilities of a strata manager regarding trust accounts, who is responsible for investigating cracks in your townhouse, and how to address noise issues caused by your neighbour’s floorboards. As the CEO of Premium Strata, I often receive questions during General…
A LookUp Strata reader wanted to know what can be done about inaccurate meeting minutes. In summary, at the next general meeting there will be a motion confirming the minutes of the previous meeting. This will be your opportunity to correct any resolutions inaccurately minuted at the prior meeting. Read the full question, and our…
Question: Do sub-committees have the same legal responsibilities as Strata Committees under By-Laws and NSW Legislation in terms of issuing agendas and recording (and distributing to lot owners) minutes of meetings. Lot owners here suspect the committee is avoiding discussions with residents and committing to expenditure by declaring that they are meeting as a “sub-committee”….
Unit Entitlements Q: I would like to clarify the following: 1. Does owning a garage attached to a unit entitle the unit holder to have 2 votes? I thought that garage was a utility lot designed primarily for storage of goods or cars. As a result of this I am constantly outvoted on issues as…
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