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Communication

Communication Between the Committee and Residents: Striking a Balance

It’s essential to understand the boundaries and responsibilities of communication within a body corporate framework, as outlined by body corporate legislation. While committees can, and often do, acknowledge resident correspondence, they are not legally required to respond to every question or comment.
Accountant

The Role of the Treasurer in Body Corporate Committees

The treasurer of the body corporate often plays a leading role in the committee and the body corporate community. It is a volunteer position which can be very rewarding, but also can take a significant investment of time and effort from the member.
Looking at accounts

What Happens if I Don’t Pay My Levies?

The body corporate is legally obligated to recover all levies from lot owners, as these funds are essential for covering the operational costs of the property. If you fail to pay your levy invoice by the due date, the body corporate will take steps to recover the overdue amount.
Parking

Inner-City Affordability Initiative – Tailored Amendment Package: Car Parking

Providing dedicated parking spaces, especially in densely populated urban areas, is both expensive and space consuming. For developers, these costs are typically passed on to buyers or renters, contributing to the overall price of housing.
Brisbane City

Inner-City Affordability Initiative for Brisbane City

In response to Brisbane's growth, BCC has proposed a new citywide amendment known as the Inner-City Affordability Initiative. This plan aims to balance development pressures with the need to maintain access to affordable housing options within the city centre.
Storm Season

Preparing for Storm Season

Queensland summers are a time when the skies can shift from calm to chaos in just moments -delivering a deluge of rain, lightning and in recent years, flooding. With these unpredictable weather patterns often causing significant disruption, preparation is more than just a precaution - it’s a necessity.