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Conflict of Interest

How to Handle Body Corporate Conflicts of Interest

Body corporate committees rely on fairness and transparency to function effectively. Every decision, from appointing contractors to approving improvements, must be made in the best interests of all owners.
Termites

Termites and Pest Control in Body Corporate Schemes

Pest management is an important maintenance issue in body corporate schemes. Termites, in particular, pose a significant threat to timber constructions, while other pests can affect both the safety and hygiene of the building and its residents.
Balcony

Balconies in a Body Corporate: Who is Responsible for Repairs and Maintenance

In this article, we explore the common issues that affect balconies and decks and explain who is generally responsible for repairs and maintenance, depending on whether your property is registered under a Building Format Plan (BFP) or a Standard Format Plan (SFP).
Community living

7 Reasons to Live in a Body Corporate Community

Whether in a townhouse complex, apartment building, or mixed-use development, body corporate living combines convenience, shared management, and a sense of community that traditional home ownership doesn’t always provide.
Roof

Roofs and Gutters in a Body Corporate Community

Responsibility for maintaining roofs and gutters in a body corporate depends on how the property is registered - either under a building format plan (BFP) or a standard format plan (SFP). These survey plans define where lot boundaries sit and, in turn, determine whether a roof or gutter forms part of the common property or is the individual owner’s responsibility.
Parking notice

Do Body Corporate By-Laws Need to Be Enforced?

By-laws are the rules that govern life in a body corporate. They cover issues such as noise, pets, parking, the exterior appearance of your lot, and use of common property.