Re: Secret deal to grab common property

I’ve just had an owner nominate me as a proxy. She did this because she’s in a unit being adversely affected by the restaurant and I’ve spoken up for her. (She’s a determined woman but lacks confidence as English is not her first language.) Her unit is adversely affected by the restaurant due to the noise during the day, and deliveries at night (regularly at 3am) which are across common property right outside her bedroom window).

Also, her apartment will have light blocked by proposed garage extension.

I was delighted she had confidence in me to make me her proxy!

I’ve also been trying, through my agent, to be a proxy for my landlord, but no whisper has been heard from him for 30 years or so since he bought the apartment. The agent passed on the request, but has had no reply. I kind of don’t want to rock the boat here, because I have had no hassles from either during my tenancy. I may gently try again though…

A question, Jimmy. The SM has been emailing me and calling me telling me I have NO powers to investigate issues or to speak at meetings. She’s emphasised that ALL I can do is vote. I thought that if I had permission of a majority of owners, I’d be able to speak at a meeting if it was relevant?

As to being elected to the EC? Are you sure? I’m just a proxy and a tenant…

One other specific question: does an owner of a car space own the airspace above it – ie to build a second story structure over it on metal stilts that preserve original car space?