#25099
Jimmy-T
Keymaster

    The most contentious of the new by-laws will be about pets – you can either go for no pets, no pets unless they are approved by the committee or pets, unless they are refused by the committee.

    You might also look at no short-term lets (if that’s in keeping with your zoning) and occupancy limits (no more than two adults per bedroom – as shown on the plans).

    You could also limit all contracts to one year, initially.  The new laws will limit strata management contracts to one year and a maximum of three years thereafter.  Why not also have that for facilities managers and cleaners etc?

    The important thing to remember is that all NEW items have to be on the agenda for the AGM – you can’t raise them at the meeting unless they are a valid amendment.A new by-law can’t be raised at the meeting as it is not an amendment.  However, the terms of a by-law that’s already on the agenda or a variation of the terms of the strata managers contract would be valid as the basic issue is already listed for discussion.

    The opinions offered in these Forum posts and replies are not intended to be taken as legal advice. Readers with serious issues should consult experienced strata lawyers.