Laws & Regulations

If you’ve been looking at your backyard and thinking it needs some work, it’s worth taking a moment to consider the boundaries and by-laws of...

At a Glance This guide explains who is responsible for plumbing repairs in a NSW strata property. We clarify when the Owners Corporation handles...

Neighbour noise? Parking problems? Learn the most common strata disputes in NSW and how to resolve them — calmly, quickly, and in line with the...

Not happy with your current strata manager, but unsure if you’re allowed to make a change? You’re not alone. Two of the most common questions...

Managing a strata building is no small task, and having the right strata manager makes all the difference. But what happens when the service you’re...

In a strata community, shared spaces and responsibilities go hand in hand. To ensure everything runs smoothly, each building is governed by a set of...

Managing a strata property in NSW involves more than just paying levies or organising repairs. It requires knowledge of legislation, strong financial...

Strata living offers many benefits; shared amenities, collective decision-making, and often, a strong sense of community. But all of this depends on...

Renovating your strata property in NSW is an exciting opportunity to modernise your space, increase property value, and enhance liveability. However,...

Sustainability is becoming an essential part of how we live, work, and manage our properties. In NSW, strata schemes play a crucial role in reducing...

The Reserve Bank of Australia has cut the cash rate by 0.25 basis points  to 4.10%, a shift that could ease financial pressure for many apartment...

New South Wales will implement significant changes to fire safety regulations through the Environmental Planning and Assessment (Development...

At a glance The 2024 Amendment Bill outlines a series of proposed changes expected to roll out across 2025. These updates aim to strengthen consumer...

With the rise of platforms like Airbnb, many apartment owners and investors are exploring new income opportunities. One popular option is Airbnb...

When living in a strata property, plumbing issues can be both frustrating and complex. Given that plumbing systems often run through multiple units...

At this time of year, you might have identified some cold draughts or areas of water damage that need to be fixed, or you may be thinking about ways...

When you are looking to either buy or refinance a property, which includes an apartment, townhouse or villa that is part of a strata complex, you are...

Maintaining a healthy living environment in your strata scheme is crucial for the well-being of residents and the structural integrity of the...

Strata managers are here to make strata living easy and enjoyable, but a strata manager who isn’t performing their job effectively can actively...

If you lifted the roof on your strata property and peered inside, you’d see that the property and the lives of its residents are completely unique....

A modern approach to strata management can make life far easier and smoother for strata owners. So how do you know if your current strata manager is...

If you’ve just moved into your new apartment or strata property in NSW, you might be wondering exactly how this whole strata thing works. What...

Is property management the same as strata management? Well some say we are all the same as we work in the property industry, but at times we should...

Your strata scheme has the option of using a strata manager in NSW, but how do you know if this will provide genuine value? The right professional...

Strata schemes in NSW can either be self-managed or managed by a licensed strata manager. The majority of schemes choose to work with a licensed...

Strata management fees may feel like just another cost to strata owners. But what exactly is covered in this cost? While the specifics vary between...

It’s one of the most frustrating parts about moving from one rental property to another – organising the bond for a new place when you haven’t...

Naturally, some needs and expectations a property owner has of their strata manager can be negotiated on an individual basis. There are some basic...

Commercial strata schemes may come in many different forms, including office buildings, factories, shopping centres, car parks, or combinations of...

On 5th June 2018, the NSW state government revealed a new set of legislations that would have big impacts on strata inhabitants and short-stay...

Choosing a strata manager with local expertise guarantees they’ll be trained and experienced to handle all your unique requirements and issues that...

Is your strata manager not meeting the mark? Whether it’s an issue of inadequate maintenance, fund deficits, general disorganisation or anything...

Strata managing agents are responsible for the day-to-day administration and management of matters within your strata scheme. Your strata manager...

Whether you’re moving overseas for six months or have just purchased an investment strata property, leasing out your unit can bring in welcome...

Strata manager and property manager: they’re the same thing, right? Not so much. Although they’re both useful within the real estate industry, a...

Ever wonder what a strata manager does? You’re not alone. There are many people who are new to living in strata schemes and feel unsure of what the...

In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how the role of a strata manager has changed. At Jamesons, we...

In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how the new laws address short term letting. With the growing...

Our strata managers in Sydney are sometimes asked about letting out strata units on short-term sites such as Airbnb and Stayz, and it’s difficult...

Traditionally it’s been a challenge finding the right strata management agency in regional and rural areas of Australia. Even if you can find...

If you rent or own an apartment, office or commercial space, you deserve to know that the building complex is properly being maintained and managed....

The best-run strata schemes generally depend on the expertise and sound judgement of experienced, professional strata managers. It’s not uncommon...

There are significant differences between strata managers and property managers which are often confused by lot owners and residents in strata titled...

Most apartment blocks have strata managers. These are fully licensed professionals trained to deal with the everyday needs of a strata scheme. A...

Many think that these two terms mean the same thing, but they actually don’t. Although constantly used interchangeably by some people, these two...

In strata title management, owners, whether these are investors or occupiers, have the option to self-manage or hire a strata manager to do all the...

Choosing an effective strata manager is key to successful and satisfying strata living. However, many property owners or body corporate often do not...

Due to some interface upgrades the roll out of our much anticipated invoice approval system and document management system has been slightly delayed....

At a Glance This guide explains what a Section 184 Certificate includes, why it’s essential when buying or selling a strata property in NSW, who...

At a Glance This article explains: NSW regulations for apartment fire doors Who is responsible for maintenance and repairs What owners and residents...

Big changes are coming to NSW strata laws from 1 July 2025. Learn what they mean for your building—from renovations and accessibility to committee...

At a glance New 2025 standards give Building Managers clearer responsibilities, stronger accountability and more transparent contract expectations....

At a glance NSW’s October 2025 strata reforms focus on improving governance, strengthening financial oversight and tightening compliance standards....

At a glance AFSS requirements have become stricter, with tighter deadlines, clearer responsibilities and more robust record-keeping. These updates...

Neighbour noise? Parking problems? Learn the most common strata disputes in NSW and how to resolve them — calmly, quickly, and in line with the...

If your strata manager isn’t meeting expectations, you’re not alone — and you’re not stuck. Whether it’s communication issues, unkept...

Strata Levies: What You’re Paying For, How They’re Set, and Why They May Go Up Strata levies are one of the most frequently misunderstood parts...

The NSW Government has introduced significant changes to residential tenancy laws that affect both landlords and tenants. These changes are part of...

Big changes are coming to NSW strata laws from 1 July 2025. Learn what they mean for your building—from renovations and accessibility to committee...

Thinking of adding a furry (or feathered) friend to your home? You’re not alone. With more people choosing apartment and strata living, the desire...

In a strata community, shared spaces and responsibilities go hand in hand. To ensure everything runs smoothly, each building is governed by a set of...

Strata living offers many benefits; shared amenities, collective decision-making, and often, a strong sense of community. But all of this depends on...

At a glance The NSW Government has proposed amendments to the Strata Schemes Management Act in February 2025, focusing on clearer governance rules,...

New South Wales will implement significant changes to fire safety regulations through the Environmental Planning and Assessment (Development...

At a glance The 2024 Amendment Bill outlines a series of proposed changes expected to roll out across 2025. These updates aim to strengthen consumer...

With the rise of platforms like Airbnb, many apartment owners and investors are exploring new income opportunities. One popular option is Airbnb...

When you are looking to either buy or refinance a property, which includes an apartment, townhouse or villa that is part of a strata complex, you are...

When the Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down this year’s budget in mid-May 2024 it looked like not much change for apartment owners at...

As you are likely aware, the NSW Government has created legislation associated with certain major works. The Design & Building Practitioners Act...

In an initiative to further protect consumers, the NSW Government has created new legislation associated with major works. The Design & Building...

As defined by Fair Trading NSW, community, precinct and neighbourhood schemes are “forms of land title that help in subdividing and developing land...

If you’re living in a strata property or are planning to, you’ll likely be aware that there are strata by-laws in place that shape the way of...

As a strata committee member, one of your tasks is to stay on top of new legislation and regulations to make sure that your strata scheme complies...

You probably hear a lot about strata rights of owners and responsibilities within a strata scheme, but are things different for a tenant who rents a...

A duplex or strata scheme with only two lots can be an ideal living situation for many people. This type of set-up often provides an easy lifestyle...

Back in 2015, we outlined that there may be new changes to the New South Wales strata laws regarding the definition and addressing of nuisance smoke....

In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how the new laws affect smoking in strata. It’s very...

In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how the new laws affect parking in strata. Parking in a strata...

The new NSW strata law reforms brought in on 30 November last year have brought in a number of new regulations that affect developers who are...

Many of the existing NSW strata laws simply don’t reflect our modern way of living and little wonder – they’ve been in place for around 55...

Nuisance cigarette smoke is among the items targeted in the major reform of NSW strata management laws currently in process. This is the most...

The whole area of strata ownership and management can be a tricky one. Many home buyers and investors are confused about what a strata scheme is, and...

Living in a strata scheme comes with its own set of challenges, and rules to follow. Each strata scheme will have its own by-laws which are designed...

When it comes to kitchen renovations, living in a strata unit or apartment can be complicated. In some strata complexes, the body corporate will...

Government strata legislation has made it compulsory for windows that are two metres or more above the ground to have safety devices fitted to...

The state government has been forced to extend the deadline of the new legislation that stops people selling homes with pools without their...

A peace of lifestyle luxury, now with a touch of compliance. New legislation for the sale or lease of a property with a pool will apply from 29 April...

Window legislation laws have changed so here are some important things you need to know to be prepared!  Changes in both Volumes of BCA...