by Chris | May 15, 2024 | ACT, Building Defects, Legal Alert, News & Publications, Recent News
The Building Legislation Amendment Act 2023 (BLA Act) was passed by the NSW Parliament on 21 November 2023. The BLA Act inter alia amends the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW) (SSMA) such that the building bond amount of 2 per cent of the contract price will...
by Allison | Apr 17, 2024 | Case Review, News & Publications, NSW, Recent News, Strata Disputes
This question was inadvertently raised, and answered in the recent case of Gill v The Owners – Strata Plan No. 17913 [2024] NSWCATAP 37. The decision also provided some guidance on applications to remove a strata committee member. In the case, Ms Gill, seemingly...
by Allison | Apr 16, 2024 | News & Publications, NSW, Recent News, Strata Disputes
Our Allison Benson was recently quoted in a Sydney Morning Herald article dated 24 February 2024 which provides examples of unreasonable noise complaints and how to communicate effectively with neighbours to find solutions and what to do if you cannot resolve the...
by Allison | Apr 16, 2024 | News & Publications, NSW, Recent News
We are pleased to announce that Allison will be speaking on a panel at the inaugural 2024 Strata Impact Conference hosted by Strata Knowledge Langham, Gold Coast on 1 & 2 August 2024. The conference will be a gathering of research visionaries, thought leaders, and...
by Chris | Apr 10, 2024 | ACT, Legal Alert, News & Publications, Recent News
On Thursday 30 November 2023 the Property Developers Bill 2023 (Bill) was tabled before the Australian Capital Territory Legislative Assembly and referred to the Standing Committee on Planning, Transport, and City Services (Committee). Click here to access the Bill....
by Chris | Mar 15, 2024 | ACT, BCA Compliance, Building Defects, News & Publications, Recent News
On Thursday 29 February 2024 Kerin Benson Lawyers made a submission to the Inquiry into the Property Developers Bill 2023. Please click here to access the submission. On Thursday 7 March 2024 Christopher Kerin appeared before the ACT Legislative Assembly’s Standing...
