Strata issues sit somewhere between your apartment and parts of the building you don’t control, and it can be hard to know what to do about them. Responsibility depends on where it’s originating from, shared building elements or your own property.
In NSW strata schemes, levies are set to fund both current and future costs linked to common property. Maintenance is one of the most influential factors, and when it’s neglected, the financial impact often surfaces later.
Maintenance shapes the everyday experience of strata living, from safety and function to long-term value. Here is why proactive care matters and how committees, residents and managers can work together to keep a building operating at its best.
A leaky roof or a broken elevator—who handles these repairs in your strata property? Clarifying repair responsibilities for strata schemes can be challenging, especially when it comes to distinguishing between owner and owners corporation duties.
How we handle waste in strata living reflects our community values and commitment to a healthy environment. Effective rubbish management also prevents health risks, pest infestations and conflicts among residents.
Mould not only damages property but also poses serious health risks, including respiratory issues and allergies. As temperatures drop and rainfall and humidity rise, it’s time to learn how to prevent your strata home from becoming its training ground.
Within Sydney’s vibrant landscape, sustainability is a fundamental pillar directing the path of responsible urban development. Having more sustainable commercial strata buildings promotes a healthier environment and a safer future.
As seasons shift, so do the needs of our homes and properties, including units, townhouses and villas. The seasonal maintenance requirements of strata buildings vary but allow them to uphold their integrity and functionality while appearing pristine and inviting all year round.
Living the high life has its perks, but are you hyper-aware or somewhat in the dark about the crucial safety issues within your vertical community? Fortunately, you can relish the view and live well with a bit of planning and organisation. Here are our top tips for high-rise strata property safety.
Keeping safe in our daily lives is a priority that we can, at times, take for granted. When living or investing into a strata scheme, property safety should never be an after-thought.
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A strata issue is one that intersects between your private lot and shared parts of the building — for example, leaks from a common roof or structural cracking that impacts your interior. These often require committee or strata manager involvement to resolve.
Responsibility depends on where the issue originates. Interior fixtures and fittings inside your lot are generally your responsibility, while structural elements, common plumbing and waterproofing typically fall to the owners corporation. Checking your strata plan and by-laws clarifies this.
You should submit your concern in writing to your strata manager or strata committee. Written reports create a clear record that can be assessed, inspected, and, if needed, discussed and approved at meetings.
Strata matters usually follow a process: acknowledgement, inspection, assessment, approval and then execution. Safety, compliance and impact on multiple lots often determine prioritisation and can extend timeframes
If formal channels stall, you can follow up in writing, request inclusion on a meeting agenda, or ask for mediation via NSW Fair Trading. If unresolved, you may escalate to the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT).
Yes. By-laws and your registered strata plan outline responsibilities, standards and procedures. Referencing them helps avoid misunderstandings about who should fix what and supports your case when raising issues.
