THE LATEST STRATA INFORMATION

APRIL 2017 EDITION

Hello again,

We hope you enjoyed a relaxing Easter long weekend.

Undoubtedly, you have heard a lot about the recently introduced new strata legislation. Over the coming weeks we will publish a number of bite-sized articles covering popular topics, such as smoking and car parking. Each publication will explain the current rules. Today we start with the keeping of animals.

In addition, we are planning a number of information sessions over the course of this year, in which we will talk you through the recent strata law changes and how these might affect you. We will inform you via this newsletter once we have confirmed details.

As always, let us know if you have any questions. We are here to help!

Leanne Habib, CEO
Inger Brettle, COO

What is new at Premium Strata?

Can I keep pets in a strata building?

Despite the much anticipated “pet-friendly” amendments to the new strata legislation, animals are still not automatically permitted in strata schemes even if they are kept wholly within the boundaries of an individual’s apartment. This article covers the by-law options available.

Fixing a Leaking Roof

Paul Evans, President
Australian Institute of Waterproofing
As a Registered Building Practitioner who is also a specialist in waterproofing installation, I have witnessed the devastating consequences of not fixing a leaking roof in a timely manner.

NSW Emergency Services Levy change … a fairer system for strata owners

Paul Keating,
Strata Community Insurance
Long overdue reform to the NSW Emergency Services Levy introduces a fairer and more sustainable approach to funding of NSW fire and emergency services.

Q&A Why Should I Install Child Proof Window Locks?

Peter Berney,
Solutions in Engineering
Question: I live by myself and don't ever have small children inside my town house. Why has the body corporate contacted me about installing child proof window locks?

Q&A Renovating Strata Unit NSW - What Steps Do We Need To Take?

Leanne Habib, Premium Strata
Question: We wish to renovate our strata unit in Sydney - new kitchen, remove a wall. What are the steps involved to obtain approval from our owners corporation?

Latest News

NSW Minister Matt Kean displeased as strata giant slugs more than 200,000 unit owners with fees

Jimmy Thomson, Domain
More than 200,000 unit owners have been slugged with compulsory “compliance fees” potentially totalling millions of dollars, that critics have branded “gouging”.

Q&A Owners Corporation AGM Minutes Not Factually Recorded

Leanne Habib, Premium Strata
Question: We feel our Owners Corporation AGM minutes do not factually represent the events of the meeting. How can we fix this?

Q&A Can a Tenant and the landlord hold positions in executive committee?

Leanne Habib, Premium Strata
Question: Is it permissible for a tenant and a landlord of the same unit to hold positions in executive committee?

Get in touch

Office: Suite 404, Level 4, 64-76 Kippax Street, Surry Hills 2010
Email: info@premiumstrata.com.au
Phone: 02 9281 6440 Fax: 02 9211 5642

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