Check out our resources below relating to your rights and obligations as an Owner or Tenant.
As temperatures rise across NSW, many apartment residents are considering air conditioning solutions to stay cool. But when you live in a...
December 17, 2024
At Jamesons Strata Management, we’re committed to ensuring that your strata property is safe, comfortable, and well-managed. One key aspect of this...
November 14, 2024
With the rise of platforms like Airbnb, many apartment owners and investors are exploring new income opportunities. One popular option is Airbnb...
November 14, 2024
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...
June 3, 2022
“Strata Hub” is a NSW Government initiative created to increase transparency, provide better regulation, and improve engagement for all...
May 12, 2022
Industry response to article titled “Power Struggle: Doctor forced to sell electric car after his building removed the power point” published by...
April 5, 2022
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...
April 19, 2021
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...
March 1, 2021
Most property needs maintenance as time goes on, whether we’re talking about foyers, hallways, staircases, elevators, roofs or swimming pools....
January 4, 2021
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...
February 20, 2020
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...
February 10, 2020
As apartment and strata living becomes more common, waste disposal has become more of an issue. Nobody enjoys having, seeing or smelling rubbish near...
February 3, 2020
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...
January 23, 2020
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,...
January 22, 2020
Over the past year, the Australian Federal Police have reported an increase in identity fraud, credit card fraud and other such scams. In fact,...
December 4, 2019
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...
November 29, 2019
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...
November 29, 2019
While balconies are a highly popular feature in apartment buildings, they can sometimes cause major headaches rather than being places of relaxation...
October 14, 2019
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...
September 16, 2019
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...
August 15, 2019
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...
June 17, 2019
The Australian National Broadband Network (NBN) is being rolled out, promising to finally get Australia on par with other developed countries when it...
February 28, 2019
Strata living has many upsides, including shared costs, a lot of ways you can engage in decision-making processes and, ideally, a friendly community...
December 3, 2018
Minor and major renovations in your apartment or townhouse do require permission from your owners corporation, however anything classed as...
May 30, 2018
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...
April 19, 2018
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...
March 15, 2018
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...
February 7, 2018
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...
October 16, 2017
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...
September 15, 2017
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...
September 1, 2017
Have you been frustrated by the parking situation within your Sydney strata? That’s probably fair enough, as city workers commonly take advantage...
April 7, 2017
In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how owners can deal with disposed goods on common property. In...
April 6, 2017
In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how the changes have affected strata insurance. This is one of...
April 6, 2017
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....
August 11, 2016
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...
July 8, 2016
While noise nuisance is a major problem for residents around Australia, the issue can be even more troublesome for apartment and unit residents. With...
June 2, 2016
When dealing with property emergencies within strata schemes, there is a standard procedure to follow. If you discover a leak in or around your...
May 12, 2016
Living in a strata scheme means having different people from different backgrounds trying to live harmoniously together under one shared roof. With a...
February 18, 2015
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...
October 22, 2014
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...
October 21, 2013
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...
October 21, 2013
The ceiling is generally considered common property and the Owners Corporation’s responsibility to repair. The lot owner is responsible however...
October 21, 2013
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...
October 21, 2013
The Owners Corporation is responsible for the repair as the ducting encloses structural cubic space. Structural cubic space is automatically common...
October 21, 2013
You should contact your Strata Manager who can inform you whether the garage door is Strata or Individual Owner responsibility. If the garage door...
October 21, 2013
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...
September 18, 2013
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