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Development and Strata Services
Strata Disputes Lawyers Sydney
Expert Strata Lawyers Resolve Your Building Dispute Quickly
If you own or live in a block of strata units, you must adhere to the by-laws and rules that govern the strata scheme. Sometimes there is a lack of compliance with those rules. This may not necessarily be a building dispute, but nevertheless, some early action may be required to avoid one.
Strata schemes are unique in that so many different people, personalities, wants, needs and priorities reside in one building. It is important, therefore, to obtain the right advice early in order to support good relations amongst owners and resolve building disputes quickly. That’s where a skilled strata lawyers can help.
Common Sources of Conflict in Strata Schemes
Building dispute scenarios can occur in various forms. Some examples of the topics that may cause conflict within a strata scheme include:
- Renovations to a lot: You may need to consider who will review and manage the process, obtain the necessary permissions, or dispute the processes or manner in which work has been done.
- Damage: Sometimes, renovations to one lot can cause damage to a neighbouring lot. You will need to decide whether the Strata Manager or lot owner should be approached, whether any repairs need to be carried out, and what is required to resolve the issue.
- Pets: Some properties allow pets, while others do not. Action may be required if there is a breach of agreement.
- Noise: Action may be required if there is noise that disturbs neighbours, or is considered to be a nuisance.
- Management: Generally, the owners of a strata scheme will enter into a Strata Management Agreement for the management of the building. Sometimes the Strata Managers are not doing what they are supposed to, or they may be engaged in questionable conduct.
- Builders and suppliers: Allegations of defective work may arise, as well as problems with third party suppliers, builders, maintenance, access, or breaches of agreement.
Trust Our Expert Strata Lawyers to Resolve Your Building Dispute
Gavel & Page understands the intricacies of strata law. No matter the nature of the building dispute or complaint, our strata lawyers can assist in resolving any issues that arise and provide clear and actionable advice. Whether we initiate negotiation or take formal action, you are able to continue enjoying your living environment.
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Are you looking for affordable conveyancing services in Sydney with a great customer experience? Talk to the team of property conveyancers at Gavel and Page, who are also specialists in off-the-plan conveyancing, strata disputes, and building defects. Anything to do with property law, we are the team to have on your side.
Gavel & Page Lawyers is a boutique law firm in Sydney, with a focus on conveyancing, property law, construction law and commercial law. Established in 2010, our team and clientele have grown; and between our team of professional lawyers, we have decades of experience in the areas we practice.
Whether buying or selling residential property, commercial property or industrial property, we handle all conveyancing matters in NSW. If you intend on buying land on which you want to develop in some way, or if a dispute arises during the transaction, we are equipped and qualified to provide you the advice needed.We also regularly deal with conveyancing for off-the-plan purchases, as well as sales on behalf of developers regardless of the size of the development. We also assist in the buying and selling of businesses, as well as advising on and handling commercial, retail or industrial leasing matters.
Our expertise within our areas of focus is extensive and our professional team are some of the best when it comes to handling disputes between neighbours, advising on and assisting in obtaining easements or access to land, advising on, or drafting, reviewing and negotiating various commercial or construction contracts, as well as a range of disputes, including building defect disputes, contract disputes, and an array of construction and commercial disputes.