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
Special levy
Extraordinary items of expenditure requiring a special resolution
In Ha v Walter E. Jones Valuers Pty Ltd [2015] VCAT 1321 the Tribunal held that replacement of a roof was an extraordinary item of expenditure which required a special resolution. Continue reading
An OC fighting fund and resident’s action group
An example of an owners corporation fighting proposed developments on nearby land that may affect the amenity of lot owners. Continue reading
