Why mediate? Considerations for strata and community title disputes
This is a question I am asked about a lot. There are many reasons why you should seriously consider mediation.
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COVID-19: Children playing on common property in NSW
As our isolation continues, a theme is developing with increasing queries about what is the situation with children playing on the common property. Let’s unpack this and consider the effect of the Public Health (COVID-19 Restrictions on Gathering and Movement) Order 2020, the model by-laws, the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 and the common law.
Crash, bang, sigh: What can I do about noise? Residential Noise
Noise can have a real impact on our lives. What noise restrictions exist in NSW and what can you do about noise?
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?
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 […]
Thoughts from a strata lawyer ... 