Who is Your Strata Manager & What Do They Do?

If you’re purchasing a property connected to an Owners Corporation (previously known as a body corporate), you’ll likely become familiar with the role of a Strata Manager. In 2022, the role remains crucial, covering legal and insurance compliance, maintenance, and administration for shared property areas like gardens, car parks, lifts, and pools.

What Does a Strata Manager Do?

Strata Managers oversee and organise maintenance, hiring tradespeople for upkeep, and handling insurance claims for common areas. They manage the funds collected through Owners Corporation fees, ensuring expenses are accounted for and all payments are timely. Clear financial records are maintained and should be available to property owners upon request.

Strata Manager’s Neutral Role

It’s important to remember that a Strata Manager serves the Owners Corporation as a whole, not individual property owners, maintaining impartiality in disputes and enforcing property rules and regulations, such as pet ownership policies.

Communication Is Key

Maintaining communication with your Strata Manager ensures you stay informed about meetings and property matters. Regular updates and open communication allow owners to participate in property management actively and submit maintenance requests as needed.

In summary, understanding the role of your Strata Manager helps you navigate the responsibilities and processes associated with living in a strata-managed property.

Disclaimer: Information in this blog is accurate at the time of publication. Ouwens Casserly has relied upon information from external sources in compiling this publication and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. Please verify details and consult your agent before making any decisions.