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.
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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).
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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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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.
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Each category is treated differently under Queensland’s body corporate legislation and your scheme’s by-laws, which set out what level of approval, if any, is required before works can begin.
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Renovation approvals are ultimately there to protect you, your neighbours, and your property. By following the correct process, you can renovate with confidence and avoid the stress of non-compliance.
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Insurers require proof that the initial cause has been rectified before they consider covering the costs of repairs for the resultant damage. Without addressing the root issue, any repairs could be undone by a recurring problem, leading to further damage, additional claims, higher excesses, or even denied coverage.
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Navigating body corporate by-laws and understanding when approval is required can be a challenging aspect of property ownership. As specialists in body corporate management, BCsystems often advises on this complex area of legislation.
When Do I Need to Get Approval from the Body Corporate? Read More »
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.
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Maintaining your own lot in ‘good condition’ is not optional. Under the body corporate law lot owners must maintain their lot, and if they have exclusive use of common property, the exclusive use by-laws may assign responsibility for this area as we.
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