This article discusses whether an ACT owner attending an executive committee meeting can observe proceedings and how to raise concerns if not.
As a unit owner in an apartment building in Canberra, am I permitted to attend or “sit in” on an EC meeting to observe? I don’t have confidence in the minutes that are released.
As a unit owner in an apartment building in Canberra, I have concerns about the conduct of both the EC and our Strata Company. Am I permitted to attend or “sit in” on an EC meeting to observe? I am not wanting to speak or have any input, just merely observe what is said. I don’t have confidence that the minutes are an accurate reflection of what is happening, and have serious concerns about the conduct and decisions being made.
A recommendation for the owner would be to ask if they can attend the meeting, stating their reason as to why.
The Act is silent on this specific matter and does not state that non-executive committee members cannot attend the meetings. However, it is not common in the ACT for owners to be invited.
A recommendation for the owner would be to ask if they can attend the meeting, stating their reason as to why. Alternatively, they can request a General Meeting to discuss their concerns with all owners, as per Schedule 3, Part 3.1, Section 3.5 of the Unit Titles (Management) Act 2011.
This post appears in Strata News #614.
Nicole Robb
Signature Strata
E: Nicole@signaturestrata.com.au
P: 02 6185 0347
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