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oceanroom said:
My strata refuses to consider installing double glazing for my bedroom window/door that directly faces a main road. Is this a matter for strata to consider or were they right to tell me to nick off?
Firstly, windows are common property and therefore a strata issue but unless they are defective or deteriorating or not up to standard, then you’ve got what you paid for and they don't need to get involved. However, you could ask them to allow you to replace the windows yourself (including approving a special resolution by-law meaning you took responsibility for the installation and maintenance costs).
Another option is a secondary window inside the existing one which only just affects common property and will considerably reduce traffic noise. That is the easiest and cheapest option and you’d probably get away with just informing the OC that you were planning to install them.