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Harsh, unconscionable or oppressive Pets By-Laws

Strata, By-Laws

Posted 05 March 2019

The commencement of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (“SSMA”) on 30 November 2016 changed the rules concerning pet ownership in strata buildings. Recent cases have clarified how this is impa…

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Challenging Unfair By-Laws – Recent cases give some guidance

Strata, By-Laws

Posted 20 September 2018

The commencement of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (“SSMA”) on 30 November 2016 changed the rules concerning strata by-laws. In particular, Section 139(1) provides that a by-law must not b…

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The Deadline is Looming – Have you reviewed your By-Laws?

Strata, By-Laws

Posted 08 June 2017

Owners corporations that existed at 30 November 2016 are required to conduct a review of their by-laws before 30 November 2017.…

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What are some of the sorts of By-Laws owners are adopting during the By-Law Review?

Strata, By-Laws

Posted 07 April 2017

While owners corporations are undertaking a review of their by-laws as required under the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, owners corporations may wish to consider adopting additional by-laws that …

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By-Law Review – Are you ready?

Strata, By-Laws

Posted 13 January 2017

Owners corporations should regularly consider their by-laws. Additionally, as of 30 November 2016 all owners corporations are required by law to:…

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Strata Reform: Will it break your By-Laws?

Strata, By-Laws, Strata Reform

Posted 21 October 2016

The Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (“SSMA 2015”) contains significant implications for certain by-laws, and may invalidate some of your current by-laws, or limit their application. If you do n…

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NSW Strata By-Laws – What investment property owners need to know

Strata, By-Laws

Posted 10 February 2016

The new strata laws will make a number of significant changes to the making and enforcement of by-laws. The commencement date is 30 November 2016 and investment property owners need to be getting read…

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Massage not so Relaxing for Strata Schemes

Strata, By-Laws

Posted 24 July 2013

Owners corporations and their managing agents are often frustrated by unwanted sex industry businesses operating within their buildings and the lack of effective solutions to this problem. The New Sou…

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