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[PGI]

Hi

I am anticipating there may be some issues with a by-law that I am submitting for the renovation of a bathroom. It will be required to be passed as a special resolution as it involves water-proofing work.

It may be that I have to amend the scope of work at the meeting at which it is considered to have it passed. Is it possible to do this or is it an all or nothing approach to these types of motions?

Thanks in advance.

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[Jimmy-T]

You (or anyone else) can propose amendments provided they don’t change the fundamental nature of the  matter under discussion.  For instance , you could change it from a ceramic tiles to slate, or even a shower to a bath.  But you couldn’t change approval for a bathroom to permission for a car port.

And in case the comment about “anyone else” being able to move an amendment alarmed you.  The special resolution would require your agreement before it became effective.

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[PGI]

Thanks for the prompt response Jimmy T

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[PGI]

Hi again – a supplementary question in relation to the above (and in asking this question I apologize in advance if it has been asked before as I am having a little bit of trouble with the search function on the Forum).

My question is ‘Can I vote on my own motion? That is, when the general meeting considers my motion for the renovation by-law as outlined above, can I vote on it?’. I am located in NSW and I am financial and will satisfy the other voting thresholds.

Thanks again

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[Jimmy-T]

Yes, of course.  The restrictions on “conflict of interest” voting are few and very specific (strata managers can’t use proxy votes on renewal of their contracts, for instance). Go ahead. No one can legitimately stop you.

I’d be interested to know if anyone else has issues with the search facility

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[PGI]

Thanks Jimmy. Much appreciated.

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