Window Lock Rules Set to Tighten Across NSW
Posted 24 June 2026
Category: Strata, Strata Reform
With legislative updates continuing to shape the future of strata living in NSW, a new round of reforms is nearing implementation. Pending reforms to strata management legislation — including the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous) Bill 2025 — are expected to commence later this year. The reforms introduce amendments to window safety locks. In particular:
Window Safety Locks
Section 118 (1A) clarifies that the owners corporation is responsible for maintenance of window safety locks. In addition, Fair Trading is expected to prescribe a mandatory inspection frequency, meaning schemes will soon need to check window safety devices at set intervals rather than on an ad-hoc basis.
These changes will require strata managing agents to adjust internal processes, including:
We have considerable experience with these reforms and could assist you with any practical issues you may be experiencing or expect.
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***The information contained in this article is general information only and not legal advice. The currency, accuracy and completeness of this article (and its contents) should be checked by obtaining independent legal advice before you take any action or otherwise rely upon its contents in any way.
