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Sectional Title & Community Schemes
Article 11 of 74

Who must repair it - you or the body corporate?

Maintenance responsibility in sectional title depends on where the defect is located, what part of the property is affected and what the legislation and scheme rules provide.

PROPERTY INSIGHT 11 Who must repair it - you or the body corporate?
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

  • Owners are generally responsible for maintaining their sections, while the body corporate is responsible for common property.
  • Exclusive-use areas and certain installations can have special cost arrangements.
  • A leak can start in one area and damage another, so identify the source before deciding who pays.
  • Report problems promptly because delayed repairs can increase damage and create insurance complications.
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.

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