Understand the strata by-laws where you live, how to view them, how to change them, and what to do if there's a breach.
Disputes and complaints
A dispute between strata owners or residents can happen from time to time.
A complaint with a strata manager, building manager or another worker can also happen.
Most disputes or complaints can be resolved quickly and easily. But there's also help available if it can't be.
Learn how to resolve these disagreements, and where to go for help.
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Who's who in strata
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Understand the difference between strata managers and building managers, and owners corporations and strata committees.
Also includes definitions of the positions on strata committees, such as chairperson, secretary and treasurer.
Serving on a strata committee
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The strata committee is a group of people who have been given authority by the owners to make decisions on the day to day running of your building or complex.
There are a range of positions and responsibilities.
Buying a strata property
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Are you thinking of buying a strata property?
There are differences between a strata property and a typical freestanding property that you should consider before making a purchase.
There are also differences between individual strata properties to consider.
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