NCAT rules Biowood cladding is combustible and must be removed as it is a major building defect and poses an undue risk of fire spreading.
Tag: Building Defects
NCAT’s Power to Pay Compensation in Disputes
NCAT does not have power to award damages but might be able to order payment of compensation…
Is Your Owners Corp’s Address Correct?
Legal documents served to an owners corporation’s outdated address. How to avoid an embarrassing moment!
Good News for Compulsory Strata Managers
Should you agree to being appointed as a compulsory strata manager? A recent NCAT Appeal Panel decision provides some helpful guidance!
National Strata Regulations are on the Way!
What are some of the proposed national strata laws and how are they being aligned? Should NSW accept some of these laws?
Cladding and the Warranty Period – Minimise your Risk
What can you do to mitigate and minimise your strata blocks cladding risk?
3 Top Tips before your Home Warranty Expires
Before your building defects warranty period expires we suggest you consider the following 3 tips!
Building Defects – What is the Rectification Process?
What steps can owners corporations take to mitigate the loss?
How to Establish a Major Building Defect
What is the definition of a major building defect? Could your major defect no longer be a major?
Leasehold Strata Schemes and Building Defects
Do owners corporations of leasehold strata schemes have the right to make a claim against a builder or developer for building defects?