Building a Brand New Town House in an Existing Scheme

Building a Brand New Town House in an Existing Scheme

This month’s case of note centres around applicant owners of a stand-alone town house within a 9-lot body corporate in Noosa. The Noosa scheme was constructed and established in 1982 and contained town houses consistent with that building era. The applicant lot owners...
Electric Vehicle Charging in Strata Communities (EV Chargers)

Electric Vehicle Charging in Strata Communities (EV Chargers)

Electric vehicle ownership is rapidly becoming the way of the future as the world transitions towards a more sustainable and eco-friendly transportation system. With advancements in battery technology, increased range capabilities, and a growing network of charging...
Short-Term Letting Woes

Short-Term Letting Woes

Short-term letting has been in the news again recently, with Brisbane City Council announcing in its budget that it would be raising the rates surcharge on short-stay accommodation properties from 50 to 65 per cent. Following the rating change last year, council has...
How Can a Body Corporate Manage Limited Parking Spaces?

How Can a Body Corporate Manage Limited Parking Spaces?

Many schemes only have a limited number of visitor parking spaces, and often the minimum number of required visitor car parks are stipulated in a Body Corporate’s Development Approval. So, what can a Body Corporate do to manage the visitor parking when a resident...