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Peek-A-Boo: Can You See The Works To My Apartment?

by Allison | May 14, 2023 | By-Laws, News & Publications, NSW, Strata Disputes

Chances are your strata scheme is ruled by a set of model by-laws. If that is the case, the appearances by-law will contain a paragraph in terms similar to the following: The owner or occupier of a lot must not, without the written consent of the Owners Corporation,...

Strata Renovations: The Importance of a Good By-Law

by Allison | Nov 14, 2022 | By-Laws, News & Publications, NSW

Lot owners are often referred to us by their strata manager when they want to renovate their lot. The reason is that the work will involve waterproofing, involves structural elements, changes the external appearance of a lot or may require consent under other...

I have my draft by-law, what happens next? FAQ’s about the by-law process

by Allison | Aug 10, 2021 | By-Laws, News & Publications, NSW

Whether you’re new to strata title or have been involved for a number of years, the process of having a by-law drafted, passed and registered can often be daunting and sometimes confusing. We’ve summarised three of the frequently asked questions we receive from...

Building and Construction Legislation Amendment Act 2016 – What You Need to Know

by Chris | Oct 4, 2016 | ACT, Building Defects, Recent News

On 20 August 2016, the Building and Construction Legislation Amendment Act 2016 (the Legislation) commenced operation. The Legislation is the culmination of several years of consideration by the ACT Government and amends the following laws: Building Act 2004; Building...

Recent News & Publications

  • LSJ Article – Strata And Community Title Update: Big Changes Are On The Way
  • Interview with 2CC Talking Canberra Local Breakfast with Stephen Cenatiempo | 05 March 2025
  • LSJ Article – “Most Unsatisfactory” Conduct In Addressing Building Defects
  • Submission to Inquiry into Management of Strata Properties 2025 | 28 February 2025
  • Interview with ABC Canberra Drive with Georgia Stynes | 26 February 2025

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