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Understanding Owners Corporation’s Repair Responsibilities – Selkirk v The Owners – Strata Plan No 2661 [2024] NSWCATAP 17
Background The matter involved a strata complex in Sydney. The legal journey started in July 2021 when the matter was first brought to the Supreme Court of NSW and later transferred to the Tribunal (NCAT) in June 2022. The main issue was about fixing common property...
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read moreUnderstanding the Removal of Strata Committee Members Under Section 238 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015
Introduction Owners Corporations in New South Wales often encounter challenges in managing their strata schemes. Section 238 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (SSMA) equips the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) with the authority to issue orders...
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Understanding the Non-Recoverability of Mediation Costs in Strata Disputes – A Key Appeal Decision Analysis – The Owners – Strata Plan No 21563 v Rutherford [2023] NSWCATAP 326
Understanding the Non-Recoverability of Mediation Costs in Strata Disputes - A Key Appeal Decision Analysis - The Owners – Strata Plan No 21563 v Rutherford [2023] NSWCATAP 326 Background This recent NCAT Appeal Panel decision addresses an appeal about the...
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Echoes of Discontent: Navigating Noise Disputes – Jiang v Sui [2023] NSWCATCD 127
Background In an apartment complex in Ultimo, New South Wales, a disagreement emerged between two lot owners. Ms Jiang and Mr Wang, who own Lot 27, raised concerns about noise from Lot 35, owned by Mr Xin Sui (Sui). This noise issue began after Sui renovated his...
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Costs Recovery By-laws Under the Microscope
Introduction In the realm of strata law, by-laws play a pivotal role in governing the rights and responsibilities of lot owners and the Owners Corporation. These by-laws, while essential, must be drafted with precision, fairness, and in accordance with the Strata...
read moreSydney Morning Herald Features Our Strata Law Expertise on NSW Fair Trading Issues
I recently had the privilege of being featured in an article by the Sydney Morning Herald. The article, accessible here, casts a spotlight on the significant challenges individuals often encounter when dealing with New South Wales Fair Trading. Notably, it addresses...
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Strata Management Statements in the Spotlight: A Critical Review of the Walker Corporation Case
Walker Corporation Pty Ltd v The Owners – Strata Plan No 61618 [2023] NSWCA 125 Introduction The recent NSW Court of Appeal decision involving the Finger Wharf development in Woolloomooloo, Sydney, has significant implications for strata management in New...
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Navigating Loss of Rent Claims under the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015
In the realm of strata schemes, the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (the Act) grants lot owners specific rights and obligations, including the entitlement to pursue damages for loss of rent due to the owners corporation's failure to uphold its...
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