Tara’s by-laws
Building by-laws, as agreed by the Owners Corporation, regulate the day to day management and operation of Tara, and are applied in a fair and consistent manner. They are an essential document for the Owners Corporation and everyone who owns or occupies a Lot within Tara.
The by-laws are designed to maintain the quality of Tara and protect the peaceful life style enjoyed by all residents. They operate to enhance everyone’s use and enjoyment of their Lot and the Common Property. You may not agree with all the by-laws but similar to other rules in society they must be followed. What may seem like an un-necessary by-law to you may be important to some one else. By-laws can be enforced by the buildings Strata Committee which can result in fines to residents. Building management is instructed to follow up and report on residents that breach by-laws.
Who must comply with the bylaws?
- The Owners Corporation.
- Owners and occupiers.
A summary and full copy of Tara’s by-laws can be found here:
Tara’s by-laws – Summary and full list
Some Changes to Strata Laws – Nov 2016
New strata laws start on 30 November 2016.
Many new requirements will not impact Tara immediately: strata managing agents, building managers and executive committees can continue to operate.
Changes include:
- strengthening the accountability of strata managers;
- owners may adopt modern technology to conduct meetings, vote, communicate and administer their scheme;
- owners must review by-laws within 12 months;
- a clearer process for dealing with disputes; and
- a simpler renovations process.
Complying with the new laws
Strata schemes will have plenty of time to adjust: decisions already made and financial contributions already levied remain valid.
Stronger accountability for strata managers
Strata managing agents will disclose conflicts of interest, including financial interests. Strata managing agent agreements will be limited to 1year (in the first year of the strata scheme) and 3 years in following years.
Owner renovations
The reforms provide clearer approvals for owner renovations. They waive restrictions for cosmetic changes (e.g. inserting a picture hook).
Renovations with a lasting impact (e.g.floorboards), still require approval by general resolution (50% of the vote). Renovations that affect the structure or external appearance of the building, or waterproofing, still require a special resolution (75% of the vote).
Proxy-farming
Changes to proxy voting will prevent an individual from obtaining a majority of proxy votes.
By-laws
Model by-laws deal with smoking and pets.
Tenant participation
Tenants will have a right to attend owner’s corporation meetings.
Dispute resolution
The reforms will expand the Tribunal’s power to deal with most strata disputes.
Click the following link to download a detailed summary of the changes:
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