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Renovations – Do I need a By-Law?

Strata, Renovations

Posted 31 January 2017

Many owners may be tempted to “keep it simple” when renovating their apartment and not request approval from the owners corporation, or a by-law. Strata committees may take a similar view, wishing…

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AirBNB – Is Your Strata Building Becoming a Party Hotel?

Strata

Posted 18 January 2017

The rapid expansion of Airbnb and other online letting services has become one of the most controversial issues for the strata sector. A recent NSW Government enquiry suggests that new laws are likel…

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By-Law Review – Are you ready?

Strata, By-Laws

Posted 13 January 2017

Owners corporations should regularly consider their by-laws. Additionally, as of 30 November 2016 all owners corporations are required by law to:…

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Building Defects Overview

Strata, Building Defects, eBooks

Posted 22 November 2016

Bannermans Lawyers’ construction team can provide tailored, commercial, effective legal advice to you in the management of building defect matters.…

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Strata Documents needed Before First AGM

Strata, Meetings and Records

Posted 22 November 2016

There are a range of documents which must be provided at least 48 hours before the first annual general meeting held on or after the new strata reforms begin on 30 November 2016.…

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Strata Insurance – Strata managing agents’ engagement of insurance brokers

Strata Insurance

Posted 02 November 2016

This fact sheet provides guidance in relation to the appointment by a strata managing agent of an insurance broker on behalf of one or more owners corporation clients.…

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Democracy Rules, Ok? Well, not quite: Strata Managers and Section 237 Appointments

Strata, Management Agreements, NCAT and Court Proceedings, Strata Reform

Posted 28 October 2016

In a democracy, majority rules even if those decisions are bad. If you are in the minority, there is not much you can do until the next election (or annual general meeting) at which time you may try t…

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Unreasonable Unit Entitlements – They can be changed – S183

Strata

Posted 27 October 2016

Unit entitlements are a very important issue for owners of strata lots. They impact on levy contributions, voting rights, common property interests, distribution of surplus moneys and entitlements on …

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