The WA Strata Magazine | February 2022

  • So, I can have a pet as long as it isn't a nuisance?
  • Ongoing mould issue in a ground floor apartment
  • Why do we still say Strata Titles Act 1985?
  • Out-voted by a majority lot owner
  • Do AGM resolutions need to be seconded?
  • Half our owners can't afford suggested levy increases to meet our 10 year plan
  • With 1 vacancy and 3 of 7 councillors resigned, do we have a quorum?
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