459. Strata Reno Reality Check: Approvals, Red Flags + What Owners Must Know
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Registered design practitioner Scott Pearse joins me to explain how “$2,000 pieces of paper” are creating a barrier for those wanting to add value to their apartment with a renovation. Plus, why it’s less about the build and more about the politics.
If you’re planning a reno in strata, this episode is your reality check.
The owner above me has removed the ceiling. Put wooden floor boards in creating a wooden church effect. He had no approval for anything.
Our Strata Committee has been told by the Strata Manager that a waterproofing of a bathroom in a major renovation is not required to comply with the D&BPAct as it is an Exempt Development. Is this correct?
Hi Peter,
Thank you for your comments. I encourage you to post these as questions inside our Member’s QandA Forum for Amanda’s attention and answer. Your access is here: https://forum.yourstrataproperty.com.au/
You will see there is a Forum thread for this specific podcast. I suggest you post your questions there. If you need help posting, feel free to reach out – we’re happy to assist.
Regards,
Rach
YSP Team
Hello Peter, yes, this is correct. However, there are many issues that could knock it out of exempt, for example:
Exempt development
Subdivision 26 Minor building alterations (internal)
(1) The standards specified for that development are that the development must—
(b) not include a change to the configuration of a room, whether by removal of an existing wall, partition or other means, and