The NSW Strata Magazine May 2023

The May 2023 edition of The NSW Strata Magazine covers building defects, EV fire safety requirements, and strata financial management across NSW schemes. Key topics include insurance declines due to building defects, the Project Intervene program for serious defect resolution, EV charger fire safety equipment obligations, and insurance replacement valuations. The edition also addresses CCTV installation rights inside lots, special levy enforcement, strata financial access rights, and the ongoing responsibilities of non-renewed strata managers.

Strata Loans: When to Involve a Finance Specialist in Your Project – Jenine Garcia, Lannock Strata Finance
Declined insurance due to the number of defects in the building – Tyrone Shandiman, Strata Insurance Solutions
Can I install CCTV inside my unit? – Allison Benson, Kerin Benson Lawyers
Is additional fire safety equipment required for EV chargers and electric vehicles? – Heath Newell, Chief AFSS Services
Do we need an insurance broker? – Tyrone Shandiman, Strata Insurance Solutions
Accessing elderly residents' apartments in an emergency – Jake Sharp, MiMOR
Neighbour taking photos of our backyard – Leanne Habib, Premium Strata
Windows repairs vs. replacement – Anthony Shakar, ASQB
Challenging owner refuses to pay special levies – Chris Irons, Strata Solve
Who validates the proxy form at the meeting? – Rod Smith, The Strata Collective
Insurance replacement valuations – Rawlinsons Cost Management
The right to access the strata financials – Michael Ferrier, Eyeon Property Inspections
Let us help you control your environment – Chief AFSS Services
Are outstanding works still the responsibility of a non-renewed strata manager? – Andrew Terrell, Bright & Duggan
A lot owner wants to install a diesel generator on his roof – Peter Berney, Solutions in Engineering
As an unofficial onsite building manager, can I be paid quarterly? – Rod Smith, The Strata Collective
Committee refuses to remove a dangerous tree – Leanne Habib, Premium Strata
Project intervene! A new way to address serious building defects – Strata Community Association (NSW)