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The NBN and Strata Buildings

Strata

Posted 14 May 2014

Considerable confusion remains about what is going to happen and when and this is not assisted by some of the announcements made in relation to the NBN. Some support the NBN, on the basis that it i…

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Recovering Legal Defence Costs

Strata Insurance

Posted 07 May 2014

Introduction The recovery of legal defence costs is something that is often overlooked because of the emphasis on dealing with the claim or defence rather than what happens afterwards. The right to…

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Update – Changes to Swimming Pool Laws

Strata

Posted 01 April 2014

A previous article addressed amendments to the Swimming Pools Act 1992 (“the Act”). There have been some developments, in which owners of properties with pools may be interested. This includes own…

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New Privacy Laws

Strata Insurance

Posted 20 March 2014

The Privacy Amendment (Enhancing Privacy Protection) Act 2012 and Privacy Regulation 2013 both commenced on 12 March 2014. They represent the most significant changes in the legislation since it was f…

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Child Safety – Window Barrier Laws Commence

Strata

Posted 19 December 2013

The Strata Schemes Management Amendment (Child Window Safety Devices) Act 2013 (“Act”) and Strata Schemes Management Amendment (Child Window Safety Devices) Regulation 2013 (“Regulation”) came…

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Strata Title Law Reform

Strata, Strata Reform

Posted 14 November 2013

The New South Wales government has released a position paper in relation to proposed reform of NSW strata title laws. This follows extensive consultation and numerous submissions by interested parties…

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Can I claim a Loss or Rent from the Owners Corporation, CHU or SUU?

Building Defects, Strata Insurance

Posted 22 October 2013

Up until recently lot owners routinely claimed for any loss of rent suffered by them, due to a breach by the owners corporation of section 62 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 1996 to maintain and …

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How do we make money from Common Property?

Strata and Community Title Developments, Urban Renewal

Posted 30 August 2013

Strata schemes want to utilise their common property to the best advantage available. There are many different avenues available that we have assisted in such as:…

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