Owners Rights & Obligations

Living in close proximity to others in a strata scheme can be fantastic for social connections and access to shared amenities and common property....

Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world. We’ve got over 29 million furry companions as a nation, with about 61% of all...

“Strata Hub” is a NSW Government initiative created to increase transparency, provide better regulation, and improve engagement for all...

Industry response to article titled “Power Struggle: Doctor forced to sell electric car after his building removed the power point” published by...

Aussies love a good renovation, and many of us are constantly thinking of ways to freshen up our homes. But if you’re living in strata (as so many...

Life in strata can be brilliant – you can have access to great amenities at a fraction of the cost and enjoy a harmonious neighbourhood thanks...

Our balconies are where we go to soak up the sunshine and take in the view – but they can also be a source of angst for a surprisingly high number...

With recent heavy rainfall, leaks have been a recurring frustration experienced by many of our clients. In such times, it is important to know, who...

Most property needs maintenance as time goes on, whether we’re talking about foyers, hallways, staircases, elevators, roofs or swimming pools....

Did you know that Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world? According to the RSPCA, Australians own over 29 million pets...

If you are the owner or occupier of a lot on a strata property, you may have considered leasing out your property while you are away. Also known as...

As apartment and strata living becomes more common, waste disposal has become more of an issue. Nobody enjoys having, seeing or smelling rubbish near...

As Australia’s population continues to grow at a staggering rate, more and more people are choosing to live in strata properties in our capital...

Reading the fine print on insurance is a task that no one enjoys. However, it is crucial to pay attention to the details of your insurance,...

Over the past year, the Australian Federal Police have reported an increase in identity fraud, credit card fraud and other such scams. In fact,...

When it comes to strata living, the common seal isn’t one of those adorable animals that you might see at a zoo. Instead, it’s a type of rubber...

Though there are many great things to love about Sydney, a general lack of parking spaces isn’t one of them. The busier a street is, the more...

While balconies are a highly popular feature in apartment buildings, they can sometimes cause major headaches rather than being places of relaxation...

It’s not rocket science, but it’s worth repeating nonetheless: drying your clothes out on a clotheshorse on your balcony is better for the...

Having an automatic fire alarm system installed at your strata property might seem like a no-brainer to ensure everyone’s safety, but they can have...

Though the weather in Sydney is often sunny, warm, and the envy of others, this can change at the drop of a hat. A cloudless sky can quickly fill...

If you don’t already have air conditioning in your strata scheme, chances are that you’re at least considering it. The permissions you will need...

The Australian National Broadband Network (NBN) is being rolled out, promising to finally get Australia on par with other developed countries when it...

There are many reasons why you might choose to renovate your strata property. In order for you to be compliant with strata laws and to ensure that...

Strata living has many upsides, including shared costs, a lot of ways you can engage in decision-making processes and, ideally, a friendly community...

Minor and major renovations in your apartment or townhouse do require permission from your owners corporation, however anything classed as...

It can be upsetting when your strata neighbour is walking through their apartment wearing what seem to be wooden clogs, but what if you’re the one...

It makes a lot of sense to install solar panels wherever possible to make the most of free energy from the sun and cut down on electricity costs, but...

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...

Tesla fans, listen up! If your strata scheme is located within the City of Sydney, you could now register for a free assessment and roadmap for...

You may have heard that Willoughby Council now has agreements to issue parking fines on some of its local strata properties, and that the City of...

As can happen in any shared living environment, there is always the risk of someone’s actions becoming a problem for another resident in a strata...

Owners seeking to keep pets in their strata units have traditionally faced a range of restrictive by-laws which prohibit pets within the scheme. New...

Within the NSW strata guidelines there are a range of useful procedures to deal with common strata issues and strata disputes. Find solutions to some...

Have you been frustrated by the parking situation within your Sydney strata? That’s probably fair enough, as city workers commonly take advantage...

In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how owners can deal with disposed goods on common property. In...

In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how the changes have affected strata insurance. This is one of...

Planning renovations within your NSW strata building can seem daunting at first, but by following the correct steps and speaking with your Sydney...

It’s sweltering in many areas of NSW as the temperatures rise, and if you don’t already have air conditioning in your apartment there’s a...

A strata group is working with the National Broadband Network (NBN) to ensure that apartment owners have the chance to hook up to fast internet....

Fencing is one of the most common sources of friction between neighbours, and this is just as likely within a strata scheme as it is between house...

While noise nuisance is a major problem for residents around Australia, the issue can be even more troublesome for apartment and unit residents. With...

When dealing with property emergencies within strata schemes, there is a standard procedure to follow. If you discover a leak in or around your...

Australia has one of the highest percentages of pet ownership in the world, with around 2.16 million of these people being renting families according...

After a few years, or even a few months, some homeowners want to have their spaces renovated. New layout, design, décor and furniture – anything...

Living in a strata scheme means having different people from different backgrounds trying to live harmoniously together under one shared roof. With a...

What is this NBN thing all about, and is it worth worrying about? Here are some quick facts for you to be aware of if your building has been...

Gas supply seldom fails and the cause is most likely to be a fault with the appliance you are using. Gas appliances within a unit are the...

If water suddenly starts running out of a wall, ceiling or floor it obviously should not be ignored and you should contact your strata manager...

The ceiling is generally considered common property and the Owners Corporation’s responsibility to repair. The lot owner is responsible however...

Under the terms of The Strata Schemes Freehold Development Act 1973, any wall (including the door and door locks) between a unit and its balcony is...

The Owners Corporation is responsible for the repair as the ducting encloses structural cubic space. Structural cubic space is automatically common...

You should contact your Strata Manager who can inform you whether the garage door is Strata or Individual Owner responsibility. If the garage door...

Each property will have a varied set of By-Laws for their property depending on the make up of the scheme. They may also have special By-Laws that...

Living in close proximity to others in a strata scheme can be fantastic for social connections and access to shared amenities and common property....

Group CEO, Michael Vumbaca, was invited on Ticker TV AU to discuss his business ventures within the Strata Industry. Hosted by Mike Loder, Michael...

With around 80% of the City of Sydney’s population calling apartments home, most of us are living in a strata community in 2020 – and that number...

Coronavirus is changing the way we interact with our neighbours, but there’s never been a better time to look out for one other. Here’s how to be...

With current restrictions in Australia and New South Wales due to COVID-19, many of us might be facing new ways of interacting in our apartment...

For all parents, the safety of their child will be the key consideration when it comes to choosing a new home. As owning a house has become out of...

There are so many benefits to strata living, but it’s inevitable that there might also be some downsides. One of them can be disputes among the...

Balconies are a fantastic place to wind down after a long day at work or to host friends for a dinner al fresco, so it’s unsurprising that they...

Retirement should be a time for relaxation and enjoyment but, quite often, the ongoing effort of maintaining the spaces we used to need outweighs the...

Choosing eco-friendly strategies to greenify your strata means more than just increasing the value of your property. With the right strategies in...

Dealing with disputes and conflict are an unfortunate fact of life for any strata manager, but problems don’t need to spiral out of control. With a...

While we all love a good party, the noise disturbance and mess they can produce for those living in surrounding apartments can be an inconvenience....

There have been over 90 changes to the New South Wales strata laws with the introduction of the new Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, including...

So you’re joining a Sydney strata for the first time and you’re about to move in. In our experience, creating respect between yourself, your...

Traditionally, there’s been little incentive and a great deal of difficulty in putting sustainable principles in place within inner-city apartment...

Having no yard doesn’t rule out having a garden. You just have to be creative with the outdoor space you do have and, for many apartment dwellers,...

Starting up a community garden in a strata complex is not only good for residents’ health because of the access to fresh food and green spaces,...

Green living can provide each resident, whether living in a house in the north shore, eastern suburbs or in any strata in Sydney, with reduced energy...

We understand that rising energy costs can be frustrating! What if we told you that you could save on energy bills whilst also reducing your carbon...

Would you like to reduce you energy consumption and associated costs considerably? Earlier this year we took the initiative to investigate how we...

Having grown up in the leafy and spacious upper north shore before moving into the inner city, I discovered very quickly how much I missed...