|
Hello <<First Name>>
We are having a rest from conducting a poll this edition, however we promise to return with more surveys in future newsletter editions. Suggest a poll for future editions!
Did someone forward this newsletter to you? Lucky you! Did you know that only newsletter subscribers can participate in our polls? Make sure we arrive in your inbox next fortnight by subscribing here. That way, you can join in on our next poll question too!
Thank you to everyone who contributed to last fortnight's poll. Once again we had lots or responses, and we thank you for your participation. Take a look at the results in my post below: What is your apartment pet policy? Does it work for you? You may be surprised by the percentage of our readers who keep pets without body corporate approval!
BIG NSW NEWS: Strata reform drafts were released today. See the report below for links and further information.
Our community grows from word of mouth. If you like what you discover in the newsletters, please forward them on to others who may be interested or simply tell them about LookUpStrata. We thank you for your support!
|
|
|
Announcement
EXCITING NEWS: We have had so much content published to our blog of late that we are changing to weekly newsletters as of August. Thank you to all contributors and readers for your continued support.
|
|
|
Feature Article
NSW Building Defects and Maintenance
Jamie Killorn,
K&S Building Management Services
What do I do if I have a defect in my apartment?
Find out the steps to take when dealing with NSW building defects and maintenance.
|
|
|
|
What is your apartment pet policy? Does it work for you?
LookUpStrata
Our most recently poll asked about pets in apartments. Find out how you - our subscribers - responded. What percentage of you are keeping pets without approval? You may be surprised!
|
|
|
Are you storm ready?
Renee Cassidy, Whitbread Insurance Brokers
Recent storm damage due to severe storms in NSW, where estimated Insurance losses have reached $250 million with claims far exceeding 60,000, highlight the need to be well informed on the right procedures to take if you are faced with a similar catastrophe.
|
|
VIC: “My Apartment is My Castle (and I’ll lease it on AirBnB if I want to)”
Nicole Wilde, Tisher Liner FC Law
The latest regarding short term rental apartments in the Docklands building, Watergate: Owners Corporation Plan No. PS 501391P v Balcombe & Salter VCAT.
|
|
|
|
VIC: 480 New Apartments For Our Fast-Growing City
Media Release, office of the Premier of Victoria
Planning Minister Richard Wynne has given the green light to another three Melbourne apartment developments, equating to almost 480 new apartments around inner Melbourne.
|
|
WA State Government Called on to Lead the Way in Support for Sustainable Living in WA Property
Rachel Cosentino, President of SCA (WA)
During the strata reforms process in WA, the State Government is being called on to take up a “once in a lifetime chance” and make Western Australia a world leader in sustainable living.
|
|
|
|
NSW: Proxies and Participation at General Meetings
Allison Benson, Kerin Benson Lawyers
Owners Corporation Proxies: can a lot owner could have someone else attend a meeting on their behalf and if so, what power does the proxy possess?
|
|
|
NSW: The benefits of mediation vs the benefits of a hearing
Pierrette Khoury, Turnbull Bowles Lawyers
In this article we explore the benefits of mediation over a hearing, which clients should consider when deciding which option is suitable for their case.
|
|
WA: Design, Not Size, Matters in Small Apartments Debate
Rachel Cosentino, President of SCA (WA)
SCA (WA) is calling on the WA Government to review local building design standards to prevent the growing market for small apartments from resulting in high-rise “dogboxes”.
|
|
|
|
NSW: Renovations – Do I Need A By-Law?
David Bannerman and Mark Pollinger, Bannermans Lawyers
Owners of strata lots considering renovating apartments may be tempted to “keep it simple” and not request a by-law and associated EGM approval.
|
|
|
NSW: Strata Schemes not to be Owners
Bailey Compton, Leverage Group – Solicitors & Academy
Strata Plans sit on top of deposit plans, that is, where ever a strata plan exists, there is always a deposited plan that sits under the strata plan.
|
|
|
|
Air Date Thurs 9 July 2015 Duration - 02:55
QLD: We take a look at the hidden problem that's set to cost owners of older high rise properties plenty.
|
|
|
|
Mon 13 July 2015 Duration - 04:26
The residents of the tower, officially titled Watergate, and Body Corporation have complained about the rotating door of party guests renting apartments through services like Airbnb. Domain's Emily Power said roughly 1000 apartments in Docklands are listed on Airbnb, and they are popular with partygoers because of its close proximity to the Melbourne CBD.
|
|
|
|
Air Date Mon 13 July 2015 Duration - 04:23
With Australia in the grip of a housing affordability crisis, illegal rooming house operators are cramming people into tiny apartments. And that's putting the lives of tenants and others at risk.
|
|
NSW Strata Reforms
The Fair Trade minister, Victor Dominello, is releasing two drafts of the reforms today for final consultation: The draft Strata Schemes Development Bill 2015 and Strata Schemes Management Bill 2015.
The public has two months to comment on the draft bill which includes reforms on keeping pets in strata, problems with parking and also smoking regulation. “People can now have their final say on the drafting of more than 90 proposed changes to improve strata living including the perennial issues of parking, pets and passive smoking,” Mr Dominello said.
If you are interested in having your say on the reforms, visit the NSW Fair Trading Reforms of Strata Laws page, scroll down to the What’s Happening Now section, and refer to the draft Strata Schemes Development Bill 2015, and Strata Schemes Management Bill 2015. You have until the 12 August, 2015 to comment.
|
|
|
|
|
