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Typically, a Scheme’s By-laws will state that an owner or occupier of a lot must not park or stand any motor or other vehicle on common property except with the prior written approval of the owners corporation. So, by implication, the OC (presumably through its EC) may give that permission. There may be various circumstances where this may be a reasonable thing to do. However, I would strongly oppose any element of permanency in such an exemption. The permission should, at the very least, stipulate the type of vehicle (e g a trailer for the duration of a renovation project) and contain a definite ‘sunset clause’. The fact that the permission has been given should be disseminated to other residents, along with the time limit set. Otherwise, you will be setting a bad precedent and, potentially, sequestering part of the Scheme’s assets for an individual’s benefit and for an indefinite time.