You might strike lucky and get an owner below who wants to do exactly the same as you do (at precisely the same time). Otherwise this is a major job that will affect your neighbours in terms of noise and dirt and possibly structurally but only benefits you. And, no, there is no mechanism in strata to make anyone fall into line with your plans. Getting their approval should probably be considered enough of a plus.
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