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We are looking to remove existing carpets in our unit and replace them with hybrid flooring. This is currently determined to be a minor renovation according to our by-laws. We provided all of the relevant documentation to the strata manager, including acoustic reports, insurances and quotes for the chosen AAAC 6 Star rated floor finish over a month ago to put to the committee to vote.

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We are looking to renovate our bathroom. Should a Special Resolution for the by-law include the full by-law, which runs to two pages, or reference it as an attachment?

There is an Attachment A to the by-law which is includes builder's details and a description of the work to be carried out.

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I understand that section 108 of the SSMA states that a registered major renovations bylaw makes a lot owner responsible for ongoing maintenance of common property affected by the major renovations. For this transfer of responsibility to be effective, should we receive the written consent of all the owners of that lot?

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Without correct approvals, an owner in our ten lot strata scheme has enclosed his balcony with glass panels/doors to create an additional liveable space. This work changes the outside appearance of the building.

He completed the work without council approval or complying with the Design and Builders Practitioners Act or owners corporation approval which he subsequently obtained eight months later.

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I submitted a renovation by-law for approval. Although the by-law was placed on the agenda and approved, this was not recorded in the minutes. When I notified the strata manager, they refused to amend the draft minutes and said changes would only be made at the next AGM when the draft minutes were approved or amended.

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A lot owner in our building is applying for approval to renovate their lot. Why does their special by-law No 5 - Works and exclusive use refer to sections 108 and 143?

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In my ground-floor apartment, the bathtub has rusted through and is potentially leaking into the subfloor. This semi-urgent repair requires quick attention.

Do I pass a by-law via the normal renovation approval process? Is that a major renovation requiring a by-law to be drawn up by a solicitor, EGM with strata manager, voting, etc? Tiles and the bathtub will need to be removed and replaced.

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My unit in our 30 year old block has an original bathroom. I can't afford a bathroom renovation, but I want to replace the old 3-panel sliding shower screen with a new semi-frameless screen.

Would this be classified as a minor renovation? Does the work require strata committee approval? Are there any additional requirements I should know of?