Crash, bang, sigh: What can I do about noise? Construction Noise
Noise can have a real impact on our lives. What noise restrictions exist in NSW and what can you do about noise?
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COVID-19: Should Owners Corporations &Community Associations prohibit use of their recreational facilities?
Now that the initial shock has worn off the question of whether owners corporations and community associations should close their recreation facilities or whether it is business as usual. This […]
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and NSW strata schemes
NSW Strata Schemes and the coronavirus – what does the Strata Schemes Management Act say? Best to start thinking about what to do now rather than try to cross that road in a hurry
Damages claims under section 106(5) & NCAT: The latest Appeal Panel decision
The Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW) brought in a much needed clarification and provided lot owners with a right to make a claim against an Owners Corporation for loss […]
Flammable Cladding Crisis: An Update
The flammable cladding crisis continues with the NSW state government claiming that the 444 buildings on its list of potential buildings with flammable cladding is privileged due to its security […]
Defamation in Owners Corporations – when communications spiral out of control: An update
The issue of what conduct can constitute defamation has been a topic for the NSW Courts recently. The case of Raynor v Murray [2019] NSWDC 189 in the District Court related […]
Claiming consequential damages against an owners corporation: an update post Shih
In a decision handed down yesterday, the Appeal Panel of the NSW Civil & Administrative Tribunal has held that the Tribunal does not have the power under section 106(5) of […]
Smoking in Strata: An update
Gisks is the first reported case dealing with smoke drift in a strata scheme following the 2015 reforms. This blog discusses that case.
Are you speaking legalese? – The need for easily understandable by-laws.
For instructions to be followed, they need to easily understood, likewise, we believe by-laws should use language and a structure which is immediately apparent and understandable, avoiding the use of […]
Commissions and Training Services: What does my Strata Manager have to disclose?
Section 60 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW) places a responsibility on strata managing agents of strata schemes to report the following matters at annual general meetings: Whether […]
Thoughts from a strata lawyer ... 