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Created by Jennifer Doy Posted in :QLDSpecial Resolutions
Hello Everyone, Was reading section on Resolutions and I would really like to know a little more about 'special resolutions'. What would constitute a 'special' and possibly a list of a few examples would be really beneficial.
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Created by Tony Sun Posted in :QLDIndustry Information
Hi, Is anyone able to provide industry information on Strata in all three states?
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Created by PETER HASLETT Posted in :General
Parking - delivery vehicles
Delivery vehicles entering the building at ground level have to park in the entrance bay narrowing the exit and entrance area to one lane. Despite warning signs vehicles exit down a ramp and if 'speeding' will end up on the same side as the parked ... more
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Created by Alfa Posted in :Off Topic
Business Assistance
Looking for someone, preferably Strata/Property Manager to assist me with my business. I run a very small building management company in Sydney and am wanting to expand in this area and other exciting venture. Problem is finding hard to find tenders ... more
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Created by Strata Guy Posted in :GeneralConfirming Minutes
How do minutes become confirmed if the persons present at the meeting when a decision was adopted are no longer in attendance? This is a really common question and the answer sounds weird, but it is nevertheless the answer! The scenario is that... more
Updated 3 days, 4 hours ago -
Created by Helen Posted in :NSW
Strata Law Reform
The New South Wales Government plans to commence a review of the State’s strata and community title laws in 2012, which may include significant amendments to the existing legislation. To support this reform, public policy think-tank Global Ac... more
Updated 4 days, 6 hours ago -
Created by Helen Posted in :General
Strata Law Reform
The New South Wales Government plans to commence a review of the State’s strata and community title laws in 2012, which may include significant amendments to the existing legislation. To support this reform, public policy think-tank Global Ac... more
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Created by Simon Haigh Posted in :Off Topic
The Growing need for Security
PLANNING A RELEVANT & COST EFFECTIVE SECURITY STRATEGY Security, safety and protection of human resources and assets are increasing issues for bodies corporate and strata managers. Every week we hear of cases of personal and property theft, damage... more
Updated 4 days, 20 hours ago -
Created by cam Posted in :General
Village issues
This is a Forum to discuss the various issues at hand regarding our village and the investment values.
Updated 4 days, 21 hours ago -
Created by Hendry Group Posted in :GeneralDisability Access (Premises Standard)
Recent moves to improve the commonality of the disability access provisions in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and the Disability (Access to Premises - Buildings) Standards 2010 have substantially harmonised the BCA with the Disability Discrimin... more
Updated 4 days, 22 hours ago -
Created by LIS Posted in :GeneralWho is responsible?
My unit has hopper windows that have spiral balances that are nolonger working. My question is who is responsible for the repairs, some of the windows are on my balcony others just make up the external walls. this problem is wide spread throughout ou... more
Updated 4 days, 23 hours ago -
Created by LIS Posted in :QLD
Subsidence
Where does an owner go to if they have been told that the unit is effected by subsidence. The body corp has stated that their insurance does not cover this and is registered under a standard format plan. I have also been advised that the letter boxes... more
Updated 4 days, 23 hours ago -
Created by LIS Posted in :NSW
Health and safety compliance
email submission: I am writing as Secretary of an Executive Committee of a strata scheme in Sydney. By way of background, to this point the EC has sought to ensure the health and safety of residents in terms of by-laws outlined in the Strata Scheme M... more
Updated 5 days, 1 hour ago -
Created by fatal.lordes Posted in :QLD
Bulk Billing Water - Pros and Cons
Hi all I just posted an earlier question and thought I might throw this one out there as well. I'm in a 62 townhouse complex which is currently on bulk water. We've not had a bill yet as the complex is not a year old and Urban Utilities is sayin... more
Updated 5 days, 2 hours ago -
Created by Rick Deering Posted in :General
Changes to the Owners Corporation Act
Changes affecting the operations of owners corporations from 24 August 2011 There are important changes to the Owners Corporations Act to clarify key points of the law, making them easier to understand for lot owners. The changes came into effect on... more
Updated 5 days, 2 hours ago -
Created by trinket Posted in :NSW
Noise Resulting From Neighbour's Renovation
Hi Everyone, I live in a relatively small block of flats in Sydney. The apartments in my section of the block are split level, with the kitchen and lounge area downstairs, and bathroom, laundry, and one bedroom upstairs. The kitchen is set up so ... more
Updated 5 days, 3 hours ago -
Created by LIS Posted in :QLD
Who is responsible
email submission: Are repairs to windows in a unit the responsibility of the body corporate or the individual? Jennifer
Updated 5 days, 4 hours ago -
Created by Lisa Posted in :VIC
Alteration to Common Property - resulting in expensive damage
Hi, I have an investment property that I purchased a couple of years back. There is an underground carpark, that is under lock and key (held by the Body Corporate Manager) and isn't accessable by unit ow... more
Updated 5 days, 9 hours ago -
Created by Kim Fenton Posted in :General
Owners Corporation to appoint an executive committee
Under Section 16 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 1996: (1) An owners corporation must appoint an executive committee of the owners corporation in accordance with this Division. (2) The owners corporation may appoint an executive committee ... more
Updated 5 days, 23 hours ago -
Created by John Posted in :QLD
Committee member nominations and ballots
Hi Vanessa, ... more
Updated 5 days, 23 hours ago
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