There is a famous saying “your home is where your heart is”, and if there is disharmony in a strata scheme because of unclear, inconsistent, unjust or unenforceable by-laws, then this can lead to a negative impact for all lot owners and occupiers concerned. Dedication to improving the by-laws of each individual scheme ensures harmony and a sense of community to be maintained and fostered.

I believe by-laws should be drafted by an experienced strata lawyer in order to cover and consider the existing and future consequences of providing rights of exclusive use, undertaking works on lots and the common property, or for the general proper control, management, administration, use and enjoyment of the lots and common property in a strata scheme.

By-laws should also be easy to follow and understand. It is important for by-laws to be affordable, especially where individual lot owners are required to be responsible for the cost of making and registering by-laws for the benefit of their lot. It is important for lot owners to be aware of why by-laws are required and understand the process of how such by-laws are passed.

As a Masters of Law specialising in Mediation and Dispute resolution, I understand the importance of defining responsibilities, obligations and rights through by-laws in order to avoid conflict between owners and occupiers in a strata scheme.

As a strata bylaw specialist of 5 + years, I have focused on educating clients, especially strata managers, on the importance of properly drafted and considered by-laws. My aim is to keep clients updated on the latest strata by-laws by providing education through guides, articles, practical scenarios and one-on-one consultations, so that they can better manage their buildings, and in turn, assist their owners to better manage their homes.