Conflicts of interest in a body corporate setting have a specific legal meaning under Queensland legislation. This article explains what a conflict of interest actually is and when committee members are required to disclose, and the common situations where a conflict is likely to arise.
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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.
Termites and Pest Control in Body Corporate Schemes Read More »
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).
Balconies in a Body Corporate: Who is Responsible for Repairs and Maintenance Read More »
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.
7 Reasons to Live in a Body Corporate Community Read More »
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.
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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.
Do Body Corporate By-Laws Need to Be Enforced? Read More »
Large plants and their roots can add shade and amenity, but they also bring risk – damage to pipes, stormwater systems, paving, and even personal safety if branches or fronds fall.
Trees, Roots, and Responsibility: Managing Large Plants in Body Corporate Grounds Read More »
As the central point for administration and communication, the Secretary ensures meetings run smoothly, records are accurate, and owners stay informed. It’s a volunteer position that can be very rewarding but also demands time, attention to detail and a willingness to stay on top of deadlines.
The Role of the Secretary in a Body Corporate Committee Read More »
Living in a body corporate generally means living in close proximity to others, so noise from neighbours is inevitable – but it doesn’t have to become a dispute.
Noisy Neighbours in a Body Corporate: Balancing Tolerance and Action Read More »
While these spaces often feel like an extension of your lot, they’re still part of the common property and subject to the body corporate’s by-laws. That means there are limits on what you can and can’t do.
What You Can and Can’t Do in Your Exclusive-Use Courtyard Read More »