Can I Challenge an NCAT Strata Decision: Appealing an NCAT Decision in NSW
Introduction NCAT,or the New South Wales Civil and Administrative Tribunal,serves
NSW Strata Lawyers
- Building Defects, Delays & Claims
- By-Law Drafting, Reviews & Breaches
- Action & Appeals in Court & NCAT
- Financial Compensation for Defects & Loss
- Strata Property Development & Planning
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NSW Strata Lawyers Assisting:
Strata Lot Owners
Advocacy in strata disputes, NCAT & Court actions, by-law drafting & interpretation, actions against managers or caretakers & more...
Strata Lot Owners
New Owners Corporations
Guidance with preparing standard & special by-laws, strata applications, strata management & caretaker agreements & more...
Owners Corporations
Developers
Advising on strata development, easements, defect liability management, & sale, purchase & sub-division of land & more...
Developers
Strata Managers
Legal assistance for agreement negotiations, dispute handling, & regulatory advice & more...
Strata Managers
Existing Owners Corporations
Support with by-law advice, management & caretaker agreements, special / ordinary resolution, strata disputes & more...
Existing Owners Corporations
How Can Our Expert NSW Strata Lawyers Help?
Strata Building Defects
Building defects? We seek rectification and compensation for Owners Corporations and lot owners, safeguarding your investment.
Strata Building Defects
Resolving Strata Disputes
Resolving strata conflicts, from owner disagreements to OC disputes, with strategic advice for effective outcomes.
Resolving Strata Disputes
Strata By-Laws
Crafting, reviewing & enforcing compliant by-laws for harmonious strata living and effective management.
Strata By-Laws
Strata Property Development
Assisting developers with strata schemes, subdivisions, easements, and redevelopment projects.
Strata Property Development
Strata Levy Recovery
Ensure your Owners Corporation’s financial stability by recovering unpaid levies and enforcing payment through effective legal strategies.
Strata Levy Recovery
NCAT Strata Disputes
Expert representation at NCAT for strata disputes. Resolve issues like by-law breaches, repairs, and owner conflicts effectively.
NCAT Strata Disputes
Strata Renewal
Expert advice for strata renewal & collective sale. We help owners maximise value and ensure compliance.
Strata Renewal
Supreme Court Strata Litigation
High-stakes strata litigation & appeals. Expert representation in the Supreme Court for complex disputes.
Supreme Court Strata Litigation
Strata Building Management Agreements
Expert advice on management & caretaker agreements. We draft & review to protect your scheme.
Strata Management Agreements
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How We Help You Achieve Strata Goals
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Initial Consultation
We’ll assess your strata issue and provide initial legal advice to clarify your standing. Sometimes one meeting is all you need.
Initial Consultation
We’ll assess your strata issue and provide initial legal advice to clarify your standing. Sometimes one meeting is all you need.
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Tailored Strategy
We assess issues and build solutions with a clear legal strategy to achieve your objectives under NSW strata law.
Tailored Strategy
We assess issues and build solutions with a clear legal strategy to achieve your objectives under NSW strata law.
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Strategic Action & Resolution
We focus on resolving your strata matter through negotiation or mediation for practical, cost-effective outcomes before pursuing formal proceedings.
Strategic Action & Resolution
We focus on resolving your strata matter through negotiation or mediation for practical, cost-effective outcomes before pursuing formal proceedings.
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Advocacy & Representation
Our experienced lawyers provide strong representation and prepare your case to advocate for your best interests in NCAT or court.
Advocacy & Representation
Our experienced lawyers provide strong representation and prepare your case to advocate for your best interests in NCAT or court.
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Why Clients Choose Us
50+ Years NSW Strata Law Experience
With 50 years of experience, our team has assisted clients in by-law matters in the NSW Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and NCAT.
50+ Years NSW Strata Law Experience
With 50 years of experience, our team has assisted clients in by-law matters in the NSW Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and NCAT.
Client-Focused & Clear Legal Advice
We provide clear plain English advice listen to your unique needs and treat every matter with dedicated care ensuring you feel supported.
Client-Focused & Clear Legal Advice
We provide clear plain English advice listen to your unique needs and treat every matter with dedicated care ensuring you feel supported.
Strategic Holistic Solutions
Our cross-disciplinary expertise delivers well-rounded strategies and practical solutions designed to effectively address all your strata law requirements.
Strategic Holistic Solutions
Our cross-disciplinary expertise delivers well-rounded strategies and practical solutions designed to effectively address all your strata law requirements.
Proven Track Record & Results
We have a strong history achieving successful outcomes for clients in NCAT and NSW court proceedings across a wide range of strata issues.
Proven Track Record & Results
We have a strong history achieving successful outcomes for clients in NCAT and NSW court proceedings across a wide range of strata issues.
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We Are Here To Support You In Your Strata Law Matter
The complexities of NSW strata law mean that expert legal guidance is often crucial. Whether you face a strata dispute, need by-law assistance, or are dealing with a building defect claim, understanding your rights and responsibilities is key to protecting your interests.
PBL Law Group’s experienced team of strata lawyers pride ourselves on being professional, commercial and sensitive and understand the pressures of quality and time in your strata matter.
What is Strata law in NSW?
Strata law in NSW governs the rights, obligations, and management of properties within a strata scheme. A strata scheme involves multiple lots, such as apartments or townhouses, within a larger property, where lot owners also share ownership and responsibility for common property. The primary legislation governing these arrangements is the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW).
Understanding this law is crucial for lot owners to know their rights and for Owners Corporations to effectively manage the scheme including common property and by-laws. It covers common challenges like disputes, building defects, and by-law interpretation, where specialist legal advice can be essential.
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NSW Strata Law FAQs
What is a strata scheme in NSW?
A strata scheme in NSW is a property development where individual lots like apartments are owned separately, while common property is owned collectively by all lot owners through the Owners Corporation.
What is an Owners Corporation and what are its main responsibilities?
The Owners Corporation is the legal body of all lot owners responsible for managing the strata scheme, including maintaining common property, managing finances, arranging insurance, and enforcing by-laws.
It may also be necessary to seek legal advice from a construction and strata law firm to guide you through the rights and obligations involved with who is responsible to repair defects. If disputes over the defective building work arise, a litigation and dispute resolution lawyer may be needed to mediate or represent you in court to ensure a fair and equitable resolution.
What are by-laws in a NSW strata scheme?
By-laws are rules that govern the behavior of lot owners, occupants, and visitors to ensure orderly living, covering issues like noise, pets, parking, renovations, and smoking.
Who is responsible for repairing and maintaining common property in a strata building?
The Owners Corporation is legally responsible for repairing and maintaining common property under the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW).
What should I do if I discover building defects in my NSW strata property?
You should notify the Owners Corporation or strata manager in writing, gather evidence, and seek legal advice from a strata lawyer to understand your rights and next steps.
How are strata disputes typically resolved in New South Wales?
Strata disputes are usually resolved first internally, then through mediation by NSW Fair Trading, and if unresolved, by the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) or courts.
Can an Owners Corporation in NSW recover unpaid strata levies from a lot owner?
Yes, the Owners Corporation can legally recover unpaid levies, including interest and legal costs, and may take legal action if necessary.
What is the New South Wales Civil and Administrative Tribunal and what role does it play in strata law matters?
NCAT is an independent tribunal that resolves strata disputes by making binding orders on issues like by-law enforcement, repairs, defect claims, and levy recovery.
When should I seek legal advice from a specialist strata lawyer in NSW?
Seek legal advice when facing complex strata issues such as major defects, disputes, by-law enforcement problems, or before NCAT applications or litigation.
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