Building Fire Safety Regulation/Annual Fire Safety Statement

I need some clarification on the recent changes to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000 that will commence on 1 October 2017.

My existing building (Est:1970) has 6 Lots (double storey townhouses), double brick, each has their own individual porches and courtyards, and a shared carport at the back of the property.

No shared foyers/landings etc.

All townhouses have smoke alarms, of which 3 tenanted Lots have yearly checks/certification paid for by the owners themselves (organised by the Property Manager).

I’ve checked our Strata archives….there appears to have been no Fire Safety Statement completed nor have I been contacted by the local Council advising of any overdue Statement since I’ve come on board the SC over 12 months ago.

From the 1 October it says that “building owners will need to select a competent fire safety practitioner (accredited) to undertake the necessary assessments and inspections before an annual Fire Safety Statement can be issued”. 

It says “many building owners are required to ensure safety measures serving their building are kept in working order”.

I dont want to draw attention to our building if we are not required to complete the Annual Fire Safety Statement…yet I want to make sure that we avoid a council fine if we are required to complete this statement.

How do I find out if we are required or not required to complete this statement?