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IS UNLAWFUL SHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION USE OF RESIDENTIAL LOTS CONTRIBUTING TO THE SEQ HOUSING CRISIS?

By on March 16th, 2023 in QLD, Research

One of the most vexing issues in Queensland’s strata industry is the compatibility of short-term holiday accommodation with long-term residential living.  A prominent building in South Brisbane that was developed for long-term residential living became the latest battleground for this industry issue. Background The scheme’s management rights operator filed an application in the Planning &…

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OUR NATIONAL APARTMENT LIVING SURVEY IS LIVE!

By on March 7th, 2023 in Australia Wide, Research

The Australian Apartment Advocacy (AAA) is a not-for-profit agency that is the voice for 2.5 million apartment owners and residents in Australia.  Every 2 years they do a survey with apartment owners and they would love to hear from you! Click on the link to find out more about the survey and you will have…

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ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS – PART TWO ‘KNOW THY PRODUCT’

By on February 17th, 2023 in Australia Wide, Research

Yes. I know. I promised this article earlier. I have a good excuse – merging my firm Stratum Legal with Bugden Allen Graham Lawyers, has taken just a teensy, weensy bit of my time…. On the upside, the delay means that the 2022 numbers are out, so we can check progress on the bet with…

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Embedded Networks Explained

By on February 10th, 2023 in Research

What are Embedded Networks? Strata communities are one of the biggest consumers of embedded network systems. In short, embedded networks are systems used in multi-tenanted buildings or complexes, to re-distribute energy through a private system. Generally, the owner of a site will purchase the energy from an energy retailer, and then sell the energy directly…

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Managing the Growing Problem of Underinsurance

By on January 31st, 2023 in Research

Increases in the cost of living and doing business have been rising, and at a faster rate than in many decades. This is largely driven by supply chain issues and labour shortages during the pandemic, the energy crisis, increases in catastrophe events and inflation. Each of these events puts a strain on the insurance markets…

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Utility Infrastructure Responsibilities

By on January 19th, 2023 in Research

We often receive questions from owners, occupiers and committees about who is responsible for the maintenance of utility infrastructure within community titles schemes. Working out this responsibility is not always simple as the circumstances of a specific scheme may change the answer. This article highlights some common scenarios that bodies corporate experience in relation to…

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Decision-making timeframes

By on January 11th, 2023 in Research

Timeframes are an integral part of most legislation – not just body corporate legislation – as they clarify obligations and remove the doubt that has the potential to create unnecessary conflict. For instance, under the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008, a property owner must respond within 14 days from the date a tenant sends…

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Body Corporate Owners Survey

By on December 20th, 2022 in Research

This is a callout to all Body Corporate Owners. We need you to help us, help you! To help us plan our news content for the year ahead, we are seeking your input on what topics matter to you the most. At Smart Strata we pride ourselves on delivering timely, relevant, and educational information to…

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Balcony Maintenance Explained

By on December 14th, 2022 in Research

When driving up and down the Gold Coast Highway, you would be remiss to overlook the many towering high-rise buildings that sprawl the coastline. What may be less discernible, however, is the balconies that extend from these buildings – and which provide a vantage point for owners and occupiers to marvel at the seashore. However,…

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Towing Order Explained

By on December 7th, 2022 in Research

One of the most contentious issues in strata properties is the perennial problem of residents using visitor car parking spaces. While the sight of a resident’s car continually occupying a visitor space contrary to the by-laws can cause tensions to rise, there is no quick fix to enforcing those by-laws. Tempting as it may be,…

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