Question: In our small strata consisting of three townhouses, each lot has a verge. Who is responsible for mowing the verge?
We are a small strata of three townhouses. We all have a council verge adjacent to the footpath. The verge is not connected to nor does it form any part of our common lot garden.
Our treasurer insists Strata has to pay for the mowing of the entire council verge. Are Strata under any legal obligation to mow and pay for the council verge under SSMA or should it be up to individual lot owners to mow?
Answer: Call your local council and seek advice.
Nature Strip and Verge Mowing Policies vary from local council to local council so to gain clarity in relation to the Owners Corporation’s and neighbouring properties’ responsibilities, we recommend you call your local council and seek advice.
Your Treasurer will likely know the importance of public liability and other insurance when undertaking the verge/nature strip works.
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