Costs in the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal

The general common law rule in respect of costs in litigation is that costs follow the event. This means that the unsuccessful party generally pays at least part of the costs of the successful party. The general rule does not apply in the NSW Civil and Administrative...

Renovation by-laws: time frames and tips

Having a special by-law drafted by a solicitor, seeking the Owners Corporation’s approval and registering the by-law approving the works, are the main steps that an owner wishing to renovate their strata unit needs to take before commencing major works. Under section...