This article about dealing with construction defects in new WA strata buildings has been supplied by David Clark, Houspect WA.Once strata companies and Lot owners take possession of a newly constructed strata complex, the challenges for the strata company manager can be significant. Assisting and guiding the strata company and Lot owners through the statutory defect … [Read more...]
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WA: Q&A Procedure for Election of Council Members
This Q&A about the correct procedure for the election of council members in WA has been answered by Jordan Dinga, Abode Strata.Question: What is the correct procedure for being elected as a council member? Can you be elected without actually requesting to be on the council of owners or submitting any paperwork prior to the meeting?GET NOTIFIED WHEN WE PUBLISH NEW … [Read more...]
WA: Q&A Strata Council Member Problems – Nobody wants to help
This Q&A providing information about strata council member problems and apathy has been answered by Shelley Fitzgerald, Allsorts Community Strata.Question: We have Strata Council member problems. Our chair has just resigned. Are we required to call another general meeting to reestablish a viable committee? What options are there if no committee can be elected?GET … [Read more...]
WA: Q&A Excess for Repairing Strata Boundary Fence Damage
This question about the excess for repairing damage to a strata boundary fence has been answered by Leonie Milonas, PSC Property Lync Insurance Brokers. Question: A neighboured damaged the strata boundary fence. Insurance will cover the cost of repair, but who pays the excess? GET NOTIFIED WHEN WE PUBLISH NEW Q&As, NEWS AND ARTICLES TO THE SITEA neighbour who is not part … [Read more...]
WA: Strata Construction Defects – The Good, The Bad, The Ugly and The Very Wrong!
This article about strata construction defects in WA has been supplied by David Clark, Houspect WA.Here is the reality; every construction in WA, including strata properties, will have some residual construction defects that need to be addressed. If properties were constructed 100% of the time with a zero-defect rate, the time and cost to construct would be prohibitive. But … [Read more...]
WA: Strata Manager’s Duties under the Strata Titles Act Amendments
This article discussing WA strata manager's duties under the Strata Title Act reforms has been supplied by Anthony Quahe, Civic Legal.Owners of strata titled properties can expect changes to strata management when the amendments1 to the Strata Titles Act 1985 (WA) (the Act) become law. One of the major changes to the legislation is the introduction of statutory duties for … [Read more...]
Public Consultation Begins for WA’s Strata Reforms
This Media Release from 13 August 2019 discussing the upcoming public consultation for the WA Strata Reforms has been provided by the Lands Minister Ben Wyatt.Strata.wa.gov.au has launched - offering the community a closer look at the most significant reforms to WA's strata framework in over 20 yearsProposed regulations will be available for public comment from 1 … [Read more...]
WA: Emergency Planning – Are You Prepared?
This article about Emergency Planning in Western Australia has been written by Greg McCulloch, Westside Fire Services.On average there are 10 fires every year in multi-storey residential buildings in Western Australia.Building owners and occupiers should be familiar with the evacuation procedures in their building and importantly, what to do in case of a fire. … [Read more...]
WA: Q&A Seeking Reimbursement for Water Leak Expenses
This question about reimbursement for out of pocket expenses relating to water leaks has been answered by Leonie Milonas, PSC Property Lync Insurance Brokers. Question: Water leaks have resulted in loss of rent and repair costs. Shouldn't we be reimbursed for our out of pocket expenses from the insurance and the Council of Owners? GET NOTIFIED WHEN WE PUBLISH NEW Q&AS, NEWS … [Read more...]
WA: Good Housekeeping Goes Beyond Your Front Door
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...]
