Strata, Renovations
Posted 29 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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Strata
Posted 17 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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Strata, By-Laws
Posted 11 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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Strata, Building Defects, eBooks
Posted 17 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, Meetings and Records
Posted 21 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
Posted 31 October 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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Strata, Management Agreements, NCAT and Court Proceedings, Strata Reform
Posted 27 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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Strata
Posted 26 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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