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Category: Renovations

What do I own and what is Common Property in a strata scheme registered before 1 July 1974?

Strata, Renovations

Posted 06 June 2025

CLICK HERE TO ENLARGE Related Articles: What do I own and what is Common Property? What Approvals Do I Need to Renovate My Unit Should I Subdivide or …

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NCAT Enforces By-Law for Renovation Works Despite Lot Owner’s Refusal

By-Laws, Renovations

Posted 05 March 2024

Recently the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (the “Tribunal”) held that a lot owner must consent to the terms of a by-law relating to unauth…

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What approvals do I need to renovate my unit?

Strata, Renovations

Posted 07 July 2017

Approval of Renovations Owners of lots in strata title schemes often wish to undertake renovations and the approvals required to carry out and use tho…

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Do Balcony Waterproofing Works in a Class 2 Building over $5,000 Need to Comply with the Design and Building Practitioners Act?

Strata, Renovations, Planning Approvals

Posted 19 December 2022

The Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 will apply to remedial building works, unless the building works fit within one of the exemptions and s…

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Is replacing an external Balustrade exempt development?

Strata, Renovations, Planning Approvals

Posted 15 November 2022

Replacing a balustrade might not be exempt development, why so? Individual buildings will need to obtain specialist advice to determine if these works…

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Is replacing roof or wall cladding exempt development?

Strata, Renovations, Planning Approvals

Posted 14 November 2022

Replacing roof or wall cladding, including combustible cladding might not be exempt development, why so? Individual buildings will need to obtain spec…

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Is Replacing External Waterproofing Exempt Development?

Strata, Renovations, Planning Approvals

Posted 25 October 2024

Replacing an external waterproofing membrane above ground level isn’t exempt development, why so? Individual buildings will need to obtain specialis…

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Air Conditioning Issues Heating Up Your Scheme?

Strata, Renovations

Posted 29 May 2022

Issues concerning installation and maintenance of air conditioning systems are a common source of disputes in strata schemes. There are a number of re…

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