The QLD Strata Magazine | April 2021
- When the developer votes down a motion to lodge a claim with QCAT
- Are Levies too high, too low or just right?
- A Case Study of Compliance Management
- Can I wheel my bike through the foyer?
- Management Rights extensions when changing from the Accommodation to the Standard Module
- Our exclusive use car space has disappeared from the CMS
- Can co-owners both be on the committee?
- What is covered under landlord insurance?
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Latest Articles From the LookUpStrata Blog

NSW Q: Is it legal to block access to a common area lift from the car park to the foyer?

Leanne Habib,
Premium Strata

QLD Q: Our body corporate makes decisions that may be unpopular but necessary. Is there any obligation for a body corporate to always make a decision for the majority of owners?

Chris Irons, Hynes Legal

NSW Q: Why are balcony doors not included in a fire orders?

Rob Broadhead, 2020 Fire Protection

WA Q: Does Landgate monitor the Ten Year Plan? If not, who does?

Kaylene Arkcoll, Leary & Partners

QLD Q: The waterproof membrane beneath tiles on an exclusive use rooftop deck has failed. Is the Body Corporate responsible for this even when that failure may be due to the neglect of the lot owner?

Todd Garsden, Mahoneys

SA Q: My letterbox has been damaged. It is located with the other letterboxes on the front wall of the complex. Should the body corporate carry out the repair?

Tony Johnson,
Stratarama

QLD Q: Can the chairman who was elected at the AGM, resign from the executive position and become an ordinary committee member without first going to a general meeting?

William Marquand,
Tower Body Corporate

NSW: 180 Day Cap on Short-Term Rental Accommodation

An amended policy framework for short-term rental accommodation has been introduced that was supposed to take effect on 30 July 2021. However according to recent news reports, the commencement date has now been extended to 1 November 2021.
Allison Benson, Kerin Benson Lawyers

Last Edition's Star Articles

NSW Q: Why should owners who select and no pets by law have their decision overturned?


Adrian Mueller,
JS Mueller & Co Lawyers

QLD Q: In our 58 lot building there are 58 unallocated parking spaces. Residents allow visitors to stay overnight and use a parking space. Can we stop this by erecting a sign?

Chris Irons, Hynes Legal

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UPCOMING STRATA WEBINARS
NAT: Strata Insurance Q&A WEBINAR
Webinar: 29 April 10 AM AEST
Registrations Now Open - Register HERE

Later this month, we will be joined by Strata Insurance Solution's Founder, Strata Insurance Expert and regular LookUpStrata contributor, Tyrone Shandiman to talk about all things Australian Strata Insurance. 

We will be sending an invitation to our subscribers in the coming weeks. Attendees will be able to submit their questions, so be sure to watch out for registration.

Find out more about Strata Insurance Solutions HERE.
VIC: Ask Us Anything (Strata) Q&A WEBINAR
Webinar: 11 May 2 PM AEST

Next month, we will be joined by The Knight's Managing Director and President of SCA Vic, Gregor Evans to talk about all things VIC strata. 

We will be sending an invitation to our VIC subscribers in the coming weeks, so be sure to update your preferences HERE. Attendees will be able to submit their questions, so be sure to watch out for registration.

Find out more about The Knight HERE.

Strata Positions Vacant
State: WA
Location/Region: Perth
Role/Position: Strata Manager & Assistant Strata Manager
Company: Realmark Real Estate
More Information about the Roles: Seek Listing
State: NSW
Location/Region: Sydney
Role/Position: Senior Property Lawyer I Litigation Lawyer
Company: JS Mueller & Co Lawyers 
More Information about the Roles: LinkedIn Listing

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City of Sydney Council and Waverley Council: Getting solar power approved for your strata building
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Strata Community Insurance: 2021 Autumn Forum – Strata Insurance Explained
Sydney: 20 May, 8:30 - 11 am AEST
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