Are builders warranties strictly adhered to, or is there a fair and reasonable expectation things will last beyond a warranty period as is the case with something like a new fridge?
Our strata had a fire door replaced 25 months ago. The door is now so warped that it impossible to shut over the weekend and needs replacing. We will attempt to get this done by the builder who replaced it. Are the responsible for replacing the door under a warranty period?
I live in an 8-floor apartment building with 3 units per floor.
What are the strata fire regulations regarding decorative items in the foyers of each floor of a NSW apartment building?
We had one or two pictures on the walls, small metal hallway tables with small decorator items such as vases and in the alcove off the foyer on our level there was a round table with a table cloth and a vase with fake flowers.
I live in an apartment on the ground floor next to the main entrance. The closer on the apartment door is missing the bolt and does not automatically close. As the door does not work as it should, would this be considered a breach of fire safety in NSW? We repeatedly asked for this to be fixed. Our strata manager and building manager ignore us.
We moved into a unit in a relatively new complex. We can enter and exit the unit freely but cannot leave the door unlocked from the inside. I assume the door is a fire door.
Can the owners corporation force an owner to remove a screen door that is attached to their fire door? The fire company passed the door as compliant but strongly advised removing the door for fire safety reasons. The owner has stated that they would refuse to do this.
My unit’s entry fire door has split near the lock and now requires replacement. The building is over 40 years old, and I believe the damage is due to wear and tear rather than misuse. The owners corporation obtained a quote earlier this year, but the new strata manager and committee now say I may have to pay for the door. Is this the responsibility of the owners corporation or the lot owner? Can I be forced to cover the cost of the replacement door?
Our body corporate employs a contractor to obtain and manage quotes for repair works, charging an hourly rate. For a major project valued at over $400,000, this person recommended two quotes that appeared to come from the same address and showed other irregularities.
I raised these concerns with the contractor and the committee, but the committee supported the contractor’s recommendation. I’ve spoken with an experienced professional in the same field who believed the work could be completed for at least $50,000 less, but again, the committee dismissed my suggestion.
Our strata complex has 19 units across several buildings. My unit is one of five accessed via a shared entrance door that no other residents use. This door previously had a hook so it could be latched open during the day, improving ventilation and access for residents with prams. About a month ago, the committee removed the door hook, stating that it was in the best interests of all owners for security and insurance compliance.