So I have been in contact with both:
1) NSW fair trading and
2) properties and land information
and I get conflicting information
Fair trading have confirmed that I don’t need to register anything with anyone.
The properrty already has a registered strata scheme. Thge model by-laws are in place. Any changes can be managed between the 2 owners as long as it is documented in meetings
Properties and land information advise that we, the owners should have a title certificate and common property title certificate.
To change the by-laws i need to write up the change then submit on the correct form and submit along with the original common property title certificate.
I was directed to their web page and to read the information to find the information I require.
Theirs does sound the more logical of the 2 options because having confirmed safeguards does sound like a better and more secure option, especially since it can be proven that the changes to bylaws were mutually agreed upon and lodged as proof.
Oh well, looks like the coffee and a chat will have to wait a little longer.
Thanks once again for all the assistance and advice from everyone as I very much do appreciate all the help.
I think I will investigate the option of any legal assistance as well since it is growing in complexity.
All both home owners wanted was:
1) shared building insurance
2) no levies
3) no sinking fund
4) no auditor
5) self management and responsibility of our own properties
6) the only common property being the shared driveway, fence running along the side of both properties and that is it
I was hoping that the rules were clear cut and easy to follow 