Disputes over access to utility services in community titles schemes commonly arise, leading to uncertainty and tensions between those involved.
The issue of electrical vehicles in strata has already become a significant issue, as bodies corporate attempt to balance the rights of individuals.
Whilst there was a substantial lead-in time for interested persons to assess the impact and effect of the amendments to the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997 (Act) from their passage through parliament in November 2023 to their commencement on 1 May 2024, the same can’t be said about the changes to the various…
Back in November 2023, we wrote about the passing of the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 2023 (Amending Act), which you can read about here. The Amending Act makes certain changes to the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997 (BCCM Act), and recent public focus has been around the amendments to towing, smoking,…
With legislation imminent, our panel of experts will discuss the key changes and what this means in reality for all stakeholders including how to navigate the upcoming changes. If you are a committee member or building manager, this topic is essential to your role so you can get up to speed with the correct information…
Parliament introduced a vaccine into the Body Corporate and Community Management Act (Qld) 1997 to protect committee members from civil liability including defamation. But, these protections are limited, and committee members must act cautiously to avoid exposure to potentially expensive legal action. General protection Section 101A gives committee members general protection from civil liability. This…
Introduction: Living in a strata-titled property has become increasingly common in urban environments, providing a sense of community along with shared responsibilities. However, the utopian vision of harmonious communal living is often disrupted by disputes that can arise among strata residents. These disputes, ranging from seemingly trivial matters to complex legal battles, are rooted in…
The Valuer-General has announced that new land valuations will be issued by the 31st March 2024 for: these areas in South East Queensland: Gold Coast, Moreton Bay, Redlands, Somerset and Sunshine Coast; and these areas in regional Queensland: Banana, Barcoo, Bulloo, Bundaberg, Central Highlands, Cook, Diamantina, Fraser Coast, Goondiwindi, Isaac, Livingstone, Longreach, Torres, Whitsunday and…
Tips and Traps of Engaging Contractors We have all experienced a contracted arrangement gone wrong – a painting contractor whose work starts bubbling just months after it is completed or a plumber who charges to repair a leaking pipe but does not fix the leak. Without a crystal ball, there is no way to completely…