@Teal said:
To change the use of a Lot through council does the lot owner needs the owners corp approval? If so how is this done – does the owners corp need to sign the DA paperwork? What if the lot owner applies direct with council and mosses out the owners corp completely?
Most councils want an indication that the Owners Corp is OK with any changes before they agree. Some even give Owners Corps an effective veto because it’s easier to say no to an individual than have the residents of 100+ homes on their case. Trying to sidestep the strata committee will just turn them against you and make it harder for you to get what you want. Also, you have a legal obligation to inform the Owners Corp about any change of use that might affect the building’s insurances.