This article about the benefits of good housekeeping for fire safety in apartments has been written by Greg McCulloch, Westside Fire Services.The Western Australian Building Commission has provided guidance on Fire Safety in Apartment Buildings. Good housekeeping, effective maintenance and routine servicing are paramount in ensuring the building occupants are safe in the … [Read more...]
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WA: False Fire Alarms – Top Tips to Avoid a Financial Penalty
This article about false fire alarms in WA has been written by Greg McCulloch, Westside Fire Services.In 2015-16 the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) commenced charging for false fire alarm attendances. The fee is part of an overall DFES strategy to minimise the number of false fire alarms attended by firefighters. A false fire alarm is when DFES is alerted … [Read more...]
WA: Location, Location, Location is the National Recipe for Apartment Buyers
This article discussing recent survey results about what motivates an apartment buyer's purchase has been supplied by Samantha Reece, Australian Apartment Advocacy.Recent research by Australian Apartment Advocacy has found that owner occupiers and investors alike purchased their apartment based on its location (85% nationally) followed closely by proximity to public … [Read more...]
WA: Resolving Strata Disputes Under the Strata Title Act Amendments
This article discussing the changes to strata disputes under the Strata Title Act amendments has been supplied by Anthony Quahe, Civic Legal.The resolution of strata disputes is one of the key areas for reform in the amendments to the Strata Titles Act 1985 (WA).This article will look at how these changes will affect the resolution of strata disputes.GET THE LATEST … [Read more...]
WA: Q&A Requirements for Evacuation Notices and Planning for Emergencies
This Q&A about the WA requirements for evacuation notices and planning for emergencies has been answered by Greg McCulloch, Westside Fire Services.Question: Can you please guide me as to the ruling on evacuation notices? Where should they be placed and is there a size regulation?GET THE LATEST STRATA NEWS / ARTICLES DIRECT TO YOUR INBOX HEREAnswer: The number … [Read more...]
WA: Q&A Plumbing Problems in My Unit. Who pays for Investigating the Cause?
This Q&A about plumbing problems in a unit and who is responsible for the cost of fixing the issue has been answered by Jordan Dinga, Abode Strata.Question: I have plumbing problems in my unit. Who pays for the cost of investigating the cause, clearing the pipes and digging up of pavement etc, or is this a lot owner responsibility?GET THE LATEST STRATA NEWS / … [Read more...]
When you’re buying a strata title property in WA, know what you are buying into
This is the transcript of the video discussion about the things you need to know when buying a strata title property in WA. This conversation is between Daniel Eigenmann, Capita Finance and Shane White, Strata Title Consult.Daniel: If you're looking to buy a property in the next few weeks or months, there is a good chance you will be buying into a strata title property. … [Read more...]
WA: Q&A Is Mould in Apartment After a Cyclone Covered by Insurance?
These questions about whether mould is covered by insurance in a strata property have been answered by Leonie Milonas, PSC Property Lync Insurance Brokers. Question: After Cyclone Veronica, units in our complex now have mould. Is mould covered by insurance or would this be a lot owner problem? GET THE LATEST STRATA NEWS / ARTICLES DIRECT TO YOUR INBOX HEREWe have an … [Read more...]
WA: Q&A Proxy Voting and the Validity of the Proxy Form
This Q&A about proxy voting in Western Australia has been answered by Andrew Chambers, Chambers Franklyn Strata Management.Question: What requirements would need to be satisfied for a valid proxy form during the proxy voting process in Western Australia?GET THE LATEST STRATA NEWS / ARTICLES DIRECT TO YOUR INBOX HERECould you clarify whether or not a proxy form … [Read more...]
Seller’s Duties of Disclosure under WA’s Strata Title Reforms
This article addressing the strata seller’s duties of disclosure under the WA’s Strata Title Reforms has been supplied by Anthony Quahe, Civic Legal.The amendments proposed to the Strata Titles Act 1985 (WA) (the Act) introduce new disclosure obligations for sellers of strata titles.This article will look at what information the sellers of strata lots need to give to … [Read more...]
