Scheme-specific reminder
Community-scheme rules can differ. Always check the current rules, approvals and documents for the specific complex or scheme.
What to know
- Identify whether the area is inside the section, an exclusive-use area or common property.
- Prescribed conduct rules restrict changes to the external appearance without written trustee consent, subject to a limited exception for minor changes that do not detract from appearance.
- Larger projects can also require body-corporate resolutions, municipal approval or approved building plans.
- Do not rely on a neighbour having done similar work; their approval history may be different.
Research anchorSTSMA prescribed conduct rule 5; PMR 29 for common-property improvements.
Important Information
The information in Fabulous Homes Insights is provided for general property education and information. Property, tax, finance, sectional-title, rental, municipal and compliance matters can differ according to individual circumstances, contractual terms, scheme rules, municipal requirements and changes in law. Where necessary, readers should obtain advice from an appropriate attorney, conveyancer, tax practitioner, financial professional, property practitioner, engineer, inspector or other suitably qualified professional.
