Question: A lot owner in our 5 lot NSW strata building is using the garage to store carpets for their business. What impact would this have on fire safety and strata insurance?
Answer: You should contact your local council and make further enquiries there, as they have powers to stop the business being carried on.
Many issues arise here. The business:
- may be in breach of the storage by-laws applicable to the scheme
- may be in breach of the change of use by-laws applicable to the scheme
- may cause a fire hazard
- there may be inadequate ventilation causing health issues
- may be in breach of planning legislation
You should contact your local council and make further enquiries there, as they have powers to stop the business being carried on.
Leanne Habib Premium Strata E: info@premiumstrata.com.au P: 02 9281 6440