Strata Living

When governance breaks down, building defects go unaddressed, or neighbour disputes escalate, your home can quickly become a source of immense stress.

We help strata owners, committees, and developers resolve complex legal issues fast. Our focus is on protecting your interests and restoring peace of mind without unnecessary, protracted legal battles.

Navigating NSW strata laws requires technical precision and a practical approach. We provide clear guidance and representation across all aspects of strata law.

Strata schemes run on rules. Whether you need to draft a new special by-law for a major renovation, review existing frameworks, or challenge an unfair decision by an Owners Corporation, we ensure your legal standing is secure. We help committees stay compliant with the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 to avoid costly governance errors.

Managing a strata scheme involves balancing personalities, financial responsibilities, and strict regulatory compliance. We can provide strategic legal representation directly to Owners Corporations and Strata Committees to help them navigate these complexities.

From advising on the legalities of raising special levies for urgent capital works to defending the corporation against claims at the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT), we act as advisors to the executive. Our role is to ensure decisions are legally sound, procedurally correct, and compliant with the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, minimising risk and protecting the financial health of the entire scheme.

Standalone community and neighbourhood schemes are governed by a unique legal framework under the Community Land Management Act 2021. The foundation of these developments is the Community Management Statement (CMS), a complex document that dictates everything from architectural design guidelines and landscaping standards to the shared costs of private roads, community halls, and sporting facilities.

We help developers draft robust Management Statements and can guide established associations through the intricate process of amending their CMS to reflect modern community needs.

The nature of strata living can lead to friction. If disagreements over noise, short-term letting, pets, or common property parking are disrupting your life, we can step in. We focus on mediation and dispute resolution to preserve community harmony where possible but will firmly advocate for your rights at NCAT if required.

Discovering structural defects or dealing with a failure to maintain common property can severely impact your property’s value. We assist individual lot owners and executive committees in holding builders, developers, and insurers accountable, ensuring repairs are handled legally and efficiently.