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What Does ‘Acting Reasonably’ Mean for a Body Corporate Committee?
"Act reasonably" is a phrase that appears throughout body corporate law. It's a legal standard that applies to almost every decision a committee makes - enforcing by-laws, approving or refusing applications, spending scheme funds, engaging contractors, and resolving disputes between owners.
How to Issue a By-Law Contravention Notice
A contravention notice is the formal step a body corporate takes before it can pursue further enforcement action against an owner or occupier over an alleged by-law breach. Under the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997 (Qld), it's a legal prerequisite, not a warning letter, and the requirements around what it must contain and who it must be given to are specific.
Can You Put a Shed, Pergola or Spa in Your Exclusive-Use Area?
Under Queensland's Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997 (BCCMA), an exclusive-use area gives an owner particular rights to use part of the common property, but it doesn't necessarily mean the area becomes the owner's private property. If you're thinking about installing a shed, pergola, spa or other structure, there are a few things to check before you start.
