Question: How is it decided which matters must go to a General Meeting for a vote by all lot owners? Does the OCC/chair/secretary decide unilaterally?
Answer: There is a way to approach the different levels of approval required.
There are a range of sections within the Act that set out the obligations for an owners corporation to bring to an Annual General meeting. Primarily, this is covered under Section 71. Still, there are other sections throughout which include reports from various parties, such as the manager, committee, interest waived or disputes under Part 10 of the Act.
Typically, the way to approach the different levels of approval required is that unless it states that the resolution must be passed by “Special” or “Unanimous” resolution of the owners corporation, then it is presumed an ordinary resolution is all that is required.
Victoria does have certain levels for approval on amounts when raising special levies, which are covered under Section 24.
Joel Chamberlain Horizon Strata Management Group E: joel.chamberlain@horizonstrata.com.au P: 03 9687 7788