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Sydney Couple win Two-Year Battle to move Dog into Apartment Block

Strata

Posted 04 July 2015

Designer dog Oscar Wylde has become the pin-up pet for animal-loving apartment dwellers everywhere after winning his two-year legal battle to be allowed to move into one of Sydney's most prestigious b…

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How to minimise building defect risks

Building Defects

Posted 02 July 2015

Building defects can be one of the most significant risks you face as a property investor, particularly when buying a newly constructed house or apartment, because defects may not be immediately appar…

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Submission on Community Schemes Law Reform and Position Paper

Strata, Strata and Community Title Developments

Posted 03 June 2015

This is a submission from Bannermans Lawyers addressing a number of issues raised in the discussion paper, based on our experience acting for community associations, lot owners, managing agents and co…

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Breathing Space: Delays to the start of the Home Building Amendment Act 2014

Building Defects

Posted 01 June 2015

In a Nutshell The anticipated 1 December 2014 commencement date for the Home Building Amendment Act 2014 has been delayed allowing owners corporations some breathing space.…

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Don’t blame it on the rain: 5 point action plan for building water penetration

Building Defects, Strata Insurance

Posted 29 May 2015

The recent deluge has provided a serious water resistance test for strata and other buildings. Many buildings have failed that test, with serious water penetration issues being identified and water da…

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Fact Sheet – Swimming Pool Laws

Strata

Posted 04 March 2015

The Swimming Pools Act 1992 (“Act”) has been amended to impose additional requirements on pool owners. Key points: …

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Safety Reports in Strata Schemes and Occupiers Liability

Strata, Strata Insurance

Posted 15 April 2015

Regrettably, it is common for people to sustain injuries while on the common property of strata buildings and those injuries frequently lead to personal injury claims.…

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Not their First Home: Investors are obtaining First homebuyer grants through Complex Ownership Arrangements

Strata, Levy Recovery, Conveyancing

Posted 15 April 2015

Owners of multiple properties may be getting NSW’s first homeowner grant and stamp duty concession despite not qualifying for it, cheating the government out of taxpayer revenue. …

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