In Black v Owners Corporation OC1-POS539033E [2018] VCAT 185, a resident developed a disability which required her to use a wheelchair or scooter. She had difficulty accessing her apartment because she was unable to operate the entry doors and the ramp from the car park was unsafe for her. The resident sought an order that the OC make adjustments to the common property so she could access the building independently. Continue reading
Maintenance fund
Owners Corporations Amendment Bill 2013 – annual fees, special levies and the benefit principle
Following Macaulay J’s decision in Mashane Pty Ltd v Owners Corporation RN 328577 [2013] VSC 417, amendments were made to the OC Act to clarify the basis on which annual fees are set by OCs, and the way in which OCs recover costs and levy special fees. Continue reading
