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NSW Q: In our basement there are a total of 12 adaptable unit car parking spaces. Some open onto traffic areas and do not display the correct signage. Should these parking spaces be removed, as they are dangerous?

Dakota Panetta, 
Solutions in Engineering

QLD Q: The Power of Attorney clause in our contract for the purchase of our apartment states that, for the first year, the developer can exercise our voting rights. We are concerned about the extent of these rights, eg, can they resolve to not appoint an auditor?

Michael Kleinschmidt, Stratum Legal

WA Q: Is there a limit or threshold on Cumulative Budget Surplus in the Admin Fund?

Andrew Chambers,
Chambers Franklyn Strata Management

SA Q: A very demanding owner has recently purchased in our building. They have requested access to all owner's details. Can we restrict their access to owner’s details or stop them from spreading the wrong message?

Tyson D’Sylva
Ace Body Corporate Management

NSW Q: At NCAT, the member encouraged us to reach a mediated agreement. We reached an agreement, however, the unit owner is not adhering to what they agreed. How do we get the owner to honour the agreement?

Leanne Habib, Premium Strata

QLD: Our Body Corporate Management contract states that the contract amount is subject to increases. This may either be a rate % or CPI increase every 12 months. How does this work?

William Marquand, Tower Body Corporate

QLD Q: We have tradesperson parking spaces that restrict access to some exclusive use car parks. Would these spaces have been a requirement of Council?

Todd Garsden, Mahoneys

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Faiyaaz Shafiq,
JS Mueller & Co Lawyers

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NSW Q: There is a common driveway bollard light outside of my bedroom window that causes bright light to stream into the bedroom. Would this be considered light pollution? What steps can be taken to resolve this?

Leanne Habib, Premium Strata

QLD Q: Can a Lot Owner pre-vote the day before the AGM, for a 'from-the-floor' nomination for an office bearer (eg, Treasurer) at AGM?


William Marquand,
Tower Body Corporate

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