Waterproofing liability Townhouse 25+ years old
My first post, please keep that in mind…. I am ‘President” of OC. Trying to be low key… not always successful in that. Property is in NSW. Ok here is…
Reply To: Damage caused by leaking hot water system – is this covered by Strata Insurance?
The insurance company insures “building” and “contents” according to their definitions of “building” and “contents”. However, you never know your luck. Just ask the insurance company if they will pay…
Old laws and lack of regs stifling Qld strata – Bos
Queensland's out-of-date laws, non-existent strata manager regulations and inadequate property rights are stifling a solution to the housing crisis, says Laura Bos
Two easy ways to fix strata – and one toughie
Two easy ways to fix strata problems, and one tough one, that would get rid of conflicts of interest and dodgy contracts in one fell swoop.
Podcast: Strata managers ‘not in disarray’ – Prez
Podcast: There's no disarray in the strata managers' professional body, says its president, who answers tough questions about its recent history and future.
Reply To: Should OC cover cost of lost rent and relocating tenant due to defect rectification work?
That’s going to be a tough one to negotiate. The court presumably has made an order against the builder. If it’s did not include an order for costs related to…
Should OC cover cost of lost rent and relocating tenant due to defect rectification work?
Hi Our building is due to have some defect works commencing that are a result of a legal action against the builder – they will be rectifying works under the…
Forum: Builder’s botch job leaves flat floorless
Forum: Builder's botch job, owners slugged for insurance excess, scheme tol to check hot water system for Legionella, black mould case going to NCAT
Forum: Builder’s botch job leaves flat floorless
Forum: Builder’s botch job, owners slugged for insurance excess, scheme tol to check hot water system for Legionella, black mould case going to NCAT [See the full post at: Forum:…
Podcast: Netstrata scandal from the inside
The Netstrata report came out last week but we have a unique insight as owners in a block they managed; it wasn't a happy experience for us ... or them.
Help! Unit left uninhabitable by strata committee botch-up.
Hi Flatchat community, I’m hoping you can help. This forum is an incredible source of info for strata newbies like me. The situation is below, and I’m seeking to understand…
Reply To: Changing Strata managers
Despite the strata management contract terms, most strata managers will be open to voluntarily terminating the agreement early. You may need to negotiate a payout of part of the base…