Question: A lot owner in our 5 lot NSW strata building is using the garage to store carpets for their business. What impact would this have on fire safety and strata insurance?
Answer: You should contact your local council and make further enquiries there, as they have powers to stop the business being carried on.
Many issues arise here. The business:
- may be in breach of the storage by-laws applicable to the scheme
- may be in breach of the change of use by-laws applicable to the scheme
- may cause a fire hazard
- there may be inadequate ventilation causing health issues
- may be in breach of planning legislation
You should contact your local council and make further enquiries there, as they have powers to stop the business being carried on.
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