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Renovations – Do I need a By-Law?

Strata, Renovations

Posted 30 January 2017

Many owners may be tempted to “keep it simple” when renovating their apartment and not request approval from the owners corporation, or a by-law. …

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AirBNB – Is Your Strata Building Becoming a Party Hotel?

Strata

Posted 18 January 2017

The rapid expansion of Airbnb and other online letting services has become one of the most controversial issues for the strata sector. A recent NSW Go…

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By-Law Review – Are you ready?

Strata, By-Laws

Posted 12 January 2017

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

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Building Defects Overview

Strata, Building Defects, eBooks

Posted 18 November 2016

Building Defects – Statutory Warranty? Where do I start and will the strata reform help me? Bannermans Lawyers’ construction team can provide …

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Strata Documents needed Before First AGM

Strata, Meetings and Records

Posted 22 November 2016

There are a range of documents which must be provided at least 48 hours before the first annual general meeting held on or after the new strata reform…

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Strata Insurance – Strata managing agents’ engagement of insurance brokers

Strata Insurance

Posted 01 November 2016

This fact sheet provides guidance in relation to the appointment by a strata managing agent of an insurance broker on behalf of one or more owners cor…

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Democracy Rules, Ok? Well, not quite: Strata Managers and Section 237 Appointments

Strata, Management Agreements, NCAT and Court Proceedings, Strata Reform

Posted 28 October 2016

Introduction In a democracy, majority rules even if those decisions are bad. If you are in the minority, there is not much you can do until the next e…

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Unreasonable Unit Entitlements – They can be changed – S183

Strata

Posted 27 October 2016

Unit entitlements are a very important issue for owners of strata lots. They impact on levy contributions, voting rights, common property interests, d…

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