Does Body Corporate Insurance Cover Flood Damage?
Flood damage can raise immediate questions about insurance, repairs and who must pay. This guide explains what to check, how responsibility is allocated and…
Smoking in QLD Strata Schemes
Smoking in apartment buildings can lead to disputes because smoke drifts between neighbouring homes. Queensland rules allow bodies corporate to restrict…
Queensland Body Corporate Regulation Changes from 1 March 2021
Queensland’s body corporate regulation modules were remade and commenced on 1 March 2021. The changes modernised meeting, voting and committee procedures…
Building Management Statements (BMS) Explained
A building management statement governs how shared facilities are accessed, maintained and funded. It is particularly relevant when separate parts of a…
The History of Strata Title
Strata title is a form of ownership for buildings and subdivisions with shared areas. Although the term is widely used across Australia, Queensland…
Disability Access for Bodies Corporate: Is Your Building Wheelchair Friendly?
Wheelchair access can affect how safely and independently people move through a body corporate building. A clear request and a careful decision can help…
Shared Driveway Responsibilities In A Body Corporate
A shared driveway can affect access, parking, safety and relationships between residents. To work out who is responsible, check the scheme’s survey plan,…
How to Enforce Body Corporate By-laws in Queensland
A clear enforcement process helps Queensland body corporates address by-law breaches fairly and avoid unnecessary disputes. This guide explains the notices,…
Who Is Responsible for Balcony Repairs in a Queensland Body Corporate?
Balcony repairs can involve both the lot owner and the body corporate. Responsibility depends on the registered survey plan, the boundaries between the lot…
Navigating Boundary Disputes: Your Guide to Peaceful Resolution in Queensland
Boundary disputes can affect Queensland property owners, neighbours and body corporate committees. They may lead to maintenance costs, planned work and…