Owners Corporations
We understand that owners corporations have limited resources, multiple stakeholders and sometimes face complex issues that require specialist advice which requires an understanding of not only the Owners Corporations Act but also property law and planning law.
SR Legal can assist with timely and cost-effective assistance on:
- Compliance with regulations: advice on the range of regulations related to the maintenance and management of common property, such as building codes and environmental regulations.
- Governance and procedural matters: advice on specific procedures and governance requirements, drafting of resolutions or ballot papers to facilitate voting required for certain decisions to be made so the owners corporation can be run effectively.
- Rules and regulations: We can assist with developing or amending rules governing the use of common property, allocation of costs, and other matters. We can ensure the Rules are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and reflect the interests of the owners corporation
- Dispute resolution: advice on rights and options for resolving disputes, negotiating and resolving disputes with individual owners, tenants, contractors, or other parties related to common property issues such as maintenance or repairs.
- Contract review and negotiation: reviewing and negotiating contracts with contractors, service providers for maintenance, repairs or other services, and other parties to ensure the interests of the owners corporation are protected and that these agreements comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Planning and development: Owners corporations may need to consider issues related to planning and development, such as zoning regulations and planning permits. A commercial property lawyer can provide guidance on these matters and help ensure that the owners corporation's interests are protected in any planning and development decisions.
We have particular experience in:
- Attending AGMs to answer questions (dealing with difficult lot owners) and general OC management issues
- Amending Rules, obtaining lot owner consent and lodging for registration
- Drafting and negotiating contracts entered into by the owners corporation – management and service contracts – for residential developments
- Licences over common property – for car parks, telecommunication towers, marketing displays
- Acquisition of assets by owners corporations
"I highly recommend engaging Sangeeta for all matters related to Owners Corporation services and legal advice. Sangeeta has provided valuable advice for the changes to the OC Act 2006 legislation, contracts reviews, Owners Corporation rules, lease and licences and many other related matters. The service, professionalism, integrity, meticulous attention to detail and her patience have been greatly appreciated!"
Justine Ashby
Owners Corporation Manager, Bluestone OCM Pty Ltd
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