Community Insights

When it comes to strata management, clarity and compliance with legislation are crucial. The recent case of Walker Corporation v The Owners – Strata Plan 61618 [2022] NSWSC 1246 has set a significant precedent for strata owners and developers alike. This case challenged the enforceability of provisions in a Strata Management Statement (SMS) that mandated the appointment of a single strata managing agent across all components of a building. The decision has major implications

A Building Management Committee (BMC) is a specialised entity established within mixed-use developments, particularly in strata schemes with a diverse range of property uses (residential, commercial, retail, etc.) within the same building or development. Unlike traditional strata committees, a BMC committee, made from representatives from the strata plans that make up the development, is created to address the unique challenges posed by mixed-use developments. The Basics of B