Understanding the Annual Fire Safety Statement (AFSS): What It Is and Why It Matters
One if the key responsibilities of a strata scheme is the undertaking of the Annual Fire Safety Statement (AFSS), but it is not always clear what it involved, who is responsible, or why it matters so much. This article explains what the AFSS is, which buildings need one, how the process works, and the significant […]
Strata Fees: What They Are, What They Cover, and How They Differ from Levies
We recently wrote an article on the topic of strata levies, including what they are for, how they are set, and why they change. This time, we are unpacking strata fees: a term often used interchangeably with levies, but which refers to something quite different. As a strata owner, you might be wondering: “What are […]
Strata Levies: What You’re Paying For, How They’re Set, and Why They May Go Up
Strata levies are one of the most frequently misunderstood parts of strata living. As a strata owner, you might have asked: “Why are my levies higher than last year?” “What am I actually paying for?” “Is Strata Logic setting these amounts?” The good news is that strata levies are not random and not set by […]
Rental Law Reforms Now in Effect Across NSW
The NSW Government has introduced significant changes to residential tenancy laws that affect both landlords and tenants. These changes are part of the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2024 and Residential Tenancies Amendment Regulation 2025, and are designed to improve stability, affordability, and transparency across the rental market. While some reforms took effect on 31 October […]
NSW Strata Law Reforms from 1 July 2025: A Detailed Overview
From 1 July 2025, a series of important changes to NSW strata and community land laws will come into effect. These reforms are the first in a staged rollout that will continue into late 2025, giving schemes the opportunity to focus on the most immediate updates before preparing for the next phase. The reforms apply […]