Resources
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Strata Plus Apartment Energy Initiative
It is no longer fresh news that energy prices have more than doubled over the last few years. This has affected all Australians, whether it be personally, in business or in other capacities. It’s important to note that as strata managing agents we are certainly not experts in energy procurement. So in 2018 Strata Plus […]
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Capital Works Considerations
All capital works require proper consideration and expertise to ensure that the resulting project is well-managed. Experience has shown that decisions based on the lowest cost generally end up with delays, a higher financial outlay, and possible risk exposure areas. The greater the consideration that is given prior to commencement, the more likely that your […]
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Airbnb & short-term rentals in NSW
Short-term rentals and Strata Short term rentals, Airbnb and Stayz have created a major debate in New South Wales amongst Strata Managers, property owners as well as renters. In this article we examine the law, the basic issues, problems, solutions, guidelines and different views on this fairly sensitive topic. Usually less than 30 days present […]
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New Certification Requirements for Annual Fire Safety Statements
Fire Safety Certification: NSW requirements for owners and strata committees From 1 December 2017 building owners are required to submit their Annual Fire Safety Statements (AFSS) in a new format signed off by a competent fire safety practitioner. New Annual Fire Safety Forms The forms can be completed electronically. There are two versions, one for […]
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Sustainability in Apartment Living
NABERS For Apartments NABERS (National Australian Built Environment Rating System) is a government program that provides operational performance ratings for buildings. NABERS has been in use for commercial buildings for more than a decade and in that time 72% of Australia’s office space has been rated with NABERS Energy. Together, those buildings are saving 383,300t […]