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Strata By-Laws

We can help you with all kinds of strata bylaws

At Pobi Lawyers, we excel in drafting strata by-laws for Sydney schemes. Led by Michael Pobi, we’ve drafted hundreds of by-laws, covering simple and complex topics like pets, parking, renovations (common property rights by-laws), noise, smoking, solar panels, air-conditioners, CCTV, as well as specialised by-laws for short-term rentals, drones, Lithium-Ion batteries in E-bikes and e-Scooters.

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We have the indepth-experience to assist you with the following:

  • Drafting simple and complex strata by-laws and community management statement by-laws involving renovations, air-conditioning, balcony additions, the keeping of pets, parking, noise, flooring, smoking, use of barbeques on balconies/courtyards, awnings, shutters, pergola works, hot water system installations, Foxtel installations, solar panels on roof installations, gas supply installations, CCTV cameras, signage, skylight installations, swimming pool rules, satellite dish installations, window safety devices/windows installation and regulation, behaviour of residents, architectural and landscape guidelines, fences, wheel clamping and tow away vehicle by-laws and matters appropriate to the strata or community scheme concerned
  • Drafting Major and Minor Works Approval Process By-laws;
  • Drafting Amnesty (retrospective) By-laws;
  • Drafting Drone By-laws;
  • Drafting Short Term Rental Accommodation By-laws;
  • Drafting common property rights by-laws, special privilege and exclusive use by-laws under sections 141 and 143 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 e.g. by-laws involving attic spaces, courtyards, major internal and external building works, awnings, balconies, telecommunications equipment and storage cages, exclusive use of car parking areas, car wash bays, any much more
  • Drafting section 108 by-laws and special resolutions
  • Advising you on and drafting simple and complex by-law amendments
  • Advising you on and assisting you in relation to by-law enforcement
  • Setting up developer by-laws for strata schemes
  • Drafting and advising on Strata Management Statements
  • Drafting leases and licences over common property

What we need to draft your strata by-law

To draft your strata by-law, we normally require the following:
  • Copy of the registered strata plan.
  • Copy of any strata plans of subdivision.
  • Your lot number(s).
  • Copies of your owners corporation’s current registered by-laws (preferably a consolidated set).
  • A scope of works including any diagrams, drawings and plans and the location of the works.
  • If the proposed works involve the removal of an internal/external load bearing wall, certification from a structural engineer that such works will not affect the structural integrity of the building.

Some of the reasons owners corporations, strata managers and lot owners prefer to use Pobi Lawyers to draft their by-laws:

  • Efficiency – You will receive your draft completed by-law within 2 business days*
  • Price Certainty and Price Guarantee – We offer a fixed fee for the renovation by-law service. We aim to provide transparency in our pricing to ensure our clients understand the complete costs upfront without any hidden charges. Our renovation by-laws are professionally drafted by specialist strata lawyer, Michael Pobi.
  • Reliable Service – We are committed to providing you with a reliable service.

*Terms and Conditions

We reserve the right to request payment in advance in our trust account. When we do so, delivery of the by-law will be within 2 business days of receipt of clear funds in trust, all required information/documents requested to draft the by-law and receipt of instructions from you. However, any requested amendments to your by-law may be delivered more than 2 business days after receipt of funds in trust or your instructions. We will refund our fee in full if the draft by-law is not delivered to you by 6:00pm on the 2nd business day. Requests for highly sophisticated by-laws, complex by-laws, repeals to and amendments to such by-laws and their replacement may take more than 2 business days to draft. In these circumstances you, the client, will be advised on receipt of your request for a cost estimate.

Michael is dedicated to educating strata managers, strata committees, lot owners and professionals in this niche area of law.

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      Michael’s areas of specialisation include:

      • Advice on obligations and disputes relating to the maintenance and repair of common property under section 106 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015.
      • Representation in claims related to breach of duty to maintain and repair common property.
      • Resolving complex strata disputes between lot owners and owners corporations.
      • Advice and litigation related to by-law disputes, including cases involving unreasonable refusal of by-law claims.
      • Advice and representation in loss of rent and damages claims before the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT).
      • Handling disputes over unauthorised works to common property.
      • Claims involving unreasonable refusal of by-laws before NCAT.
      • Representation and advice on compulsory strata management orders under section 237 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015.
      • Legal counsel on retaining wall disputes.
      • Handling building defects claims, including appearances in the Tribunal and the Supreme Court of NSW.
      • Comprehensive litigation and alternative dispute resolution services.
      • Drafting and registering special by-laws tailored to the needs of individual strata schemes.

      Before founding Pobi Lawyers, Michael honed his skills at some of Sydney’s most respected strata law firms. He and his team regularly appear before the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) and participate in mediations, representing clients effectively in strata disputes and building defect litigation.

      Michael’s approach combines strategic legal counsel with practical, client-focused solutions, helping clients achieve the best possible outcomes. His personal experience living in a 12-lot strata scheme for 13 years, including 2 years serving on the strata committee, gives Michael unique, firsthand insights into the everyday complexities faced by his clients.

      This blend of professional expertise and lived experience enables Michael to provide pragmatic and insightful legal advice, ensuring his guidance is both legally sound and practically relevant.

      Qualifications and Memberships:

      • Diploma in Law, Legal Profession Admission Board/University of Sydney (2003)
      • Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, College of Law, St Leonards (2003)
      • Diploma of Biblical Studies (2020)
      • Admissions to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia (Current)
      • Member of the Law Society of NSW (Current)
      • Former Member, Australian College of Strata Lawyers (ACSL), 2013 – 2023