A Caretaker, also known as a Building Manager or Onsite Manager, is classified as a service contractor under the Body Corporate and Community Management Act. Depending on the size and complexity of the scheme – including the number of lots, extent of common areas, and the nature of assets and facilities, bodies corporate may engage a caretaker through a formal agreement.
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In May 2024, Queensland implemented significant changes to its body corporate legislation, including new regulations addressing smoking in outdoor areas, including outdoor areas of private lots.
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Ensuring the safety, security, and functionality of all rental properties in Queensland is the goal of minimum housing standards, which came into effect on September 1, 2023. Any new lease signed or renewed after this date must adhere to these standards. For existing tenancies, the minimum housing standards will be enforced from September 1, 2024.
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In Queensland, the Building Fire Safety Regulation 2008 (BFSR 2008) stands as a crucial framework designed to govern fire safety measures within buildings. This regulation plays a pivotal role in maintaining the safety of occupants and structures, outlining the responsibilities of building owners and managers, as well as the standards that must be upheld to prevent and respond to fire incidents effectively.
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This article is covers the variations and extensions to body corporate management rights. Shared with permission of Mahoneys Lawyers.
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