The term ‘conflict of interest’ is used widely in a variety of non-body corporate situations. Sometimes confusion surrounding its use in the body corporate context is, therefore, to be expected. This article will canvas and clarify conflicts of interest under body corporate legislation. While this article is primarily targeted at community titles schemes regulated by…
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The cynics amongst us might complain there’s no utility in creating magnificent by-laws where the enforcement process is so laboursome. But wouldn’t you prefer to emerge victorious from your one-year battle than to wipe the egg from your face as an adjudicator tells you the by-law you were seeking to rely upon to prevent the…
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More Queenslanders are deciding to switch to zero-emission vehicles as Australians reduce their carbon emissions footprint. Zero-emission vehicles include: hydrogen vehicles fuel cell vehicles electric vehicles (EV). In 2022 the Queensland Government released: Queensland’s Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy 2022-2032 and Zero Emission Vehicle Action Plan 2022-2024. It is anticipated that by 2030, 50 per cent…
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Implementing a long-term property maintenance program can offer a multitude of financial and operational advantages. By integrating a robust maintenance plan into your strata management strategy, your property can reap the rewards and avoid missed opportunities. One of the most compelling benefits of adopting a long-term maintenance approach is the empowerment of informed decision-making. With…
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Who is responsible for maintenance and repairs continues to be one of the most prevalent issues for owners and bodies corporate. Waterproof membranes are one of the most common, and misunderstood, maintenance issues within a building. This article will outline the responsibilities for waterproofing membranes along with the common ancillary issues which arise. Common property…
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Winter is well and truly upon us and statistics show that almost half of unit fires are started in the kitchen and 58% of all fire fatalities occur in winter. With winter well and truly here, let’s take the time to brush up of safety measures and be prepared if you haven’t already to reduce…
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When you are selling or purchasing a strata property, there are a few additional considerations compared to freehold properties often overlooked. If you miss any of these critical steps, as the seller your sales contract may be terminated, if for instance you don’t have documented approval for additions made to the property. Or as a…
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At the recent SCA Principals Night Off (April) that I attended we discussed the many changes and challenges since Covid 19, including bullying. In Jason Carlson’s articles and seminars about “Keyboards don’t have feelings” an issue that keeps arising is the bullying and harassment of managers by clients, or individuals within schemes. Bullying and harassment…
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Committee Code of Conduct Explained A committee member who has the ability to vote is subject to a code of conduct. Committee members must have an understanding of the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997 (BCCM Act) and the code of conduct and must comply with the BCCM Act. They must also act in…
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Community living has its challenges because of the potential for conflict. The proximity of residents to one another in community living and the fact that individuals with diverse backgrounds and views must, as a group, make major decisions, opens itself up to disagreements. If a dispute cannot be resolved internally, the two official avenues for…
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