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[Makinson]

I am seeking your advise on a matter which has arisen since I bought an apartment a few years ago.
 
Recently, I received a letter from Strata asking me to remove an air conditioning unit which was installed by the previous owners who did not seek permission from Strata. 
 
According to the by-laws of the strata plan, the out- door component should be sitting on the floor of the balcony.  However, this is not the case with the air conditioning unit as the out-door component is currently affixed to the wall out on the balcony.
 
Another point to note is that the Contract of Sale does not specify the air conditioning unit being included as part of the fixtures of the apartment.
 
From my point of view, this issue should have been identified the moment the air conditioning unit was put up had Strata had been doing their monthly routine inspection properly.
 
I am wondering if I am liable for the costs of removing the air conditioning unit as I am now the current owner.
 
Also, is there any legislation or Strata Management Act that I can refer to and which I can use in my argument against having to bear the costs of removing the air conditioning unit?
 
Thanking you in advance

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