For example the owners need a special resolution to engage lawyers if the cost is above $3000.
Where in strata law does it say that? Section 103 of the Act says approval must be given at a general meeting for legal expenses of over $10,000 – NOT $3000 and NOT a special resolution.
…the OC may not use a lawyer in NCAT unless the court agrees.
This is rarely if ever refused these days. Tribunal members found they were spending too much time explaining strata law to self-representing owners and strata committee members.