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Exclusive use areas in a body corporate

Basics, Committee advice, Maintenance / michelle@bcsystem.it2k.com

Exclusive use (EU) areas are areas within a body corporate scheme allocated for the exclusive use of a particular owner or group of owners. While these areas are typically considered common property, they are allocated for the specific benefit of the individual owner or owners. In this article, we look at examples of exclusive-use areas and the rights and responsibilities of the lot owner benefiting from them.

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Upgrading to Individual Water Meters

Committee advice, Legislation, Maintenance / michelle@bcsystem.it2k.com

This article looks at the process the body corporate should consider when upgrading to individual water meters.

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How to change or update a by-law

By-laws, Committee advice / michelle@bcsystem.it2k.com

This article looks at how to change or update a by-law. While committees can recommend change, it can only be passed by a vote of all owners.

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Spending limits for a body corporate committee

Committee advice, Finance, Maintenance, Sinking funds / michelle@bcsystem.it2k.com

This article has been taken from he commissioner for the Body Corporate and Community Management Act and looks at spending limits in a body corporate – both committee spending limits and major spending limits.

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Acceptable grounds for refusing a pet application

By-laws, Committee advice, Pets / marketing@bcsystem.it2k.com

Pets have long held a special place in our hearts and homes, and while pet ownership was already a right for owners with a body corporate, recent Queensland legislative changes have further extended this right to tenants. In this article, we cover the very limited acceptable grounds for refusing a pet application in a body corporate community.

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Encouraging owners to become involved in the body corporate committee

Committee advice / marketing@bcsystem.it2k.com

While owners undeniably have a vested interest in a smoothly operating and well-maintained complex, they may still hesitate to become actively involved in the body corporate committee for various reasons. In this article, we’ll explore seven strategies to inspire owners to take an active part in the body corporate committee.

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The art of amicable dispute resolution

Basics, Committee advice / marketing@bcsystem.it2k.com

Regardless of where you live, disputes are an inevitable part of communal living. Whether in a bustling inner city neighbourhood, a tranquil suburban street, or within the confines of a body corporate community, conflict can arise, and while formal dispute resolution processes exist, there is a compelling case for seeking amicable resolutions.

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Solar panel approvals in a body corporate

By-laws, Committee advice, Maintenance, Other / marketing@bcsystem.it2k.com

Can you add solar panels to the roof of your townhouse or duplex? This article looks at the legislation and approvals in a body corporate.

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Building fire regulations for bodies corporate

Caretakers and onsite managers, Committee advice, Maintenance / marketing@bcsystem.it2k.com

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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