Many property owners struggle to understand the difference between strata titles, common property, and the role of a strata corporation. That’s where we step in.
If you’re creating a new strata group, managing an existing one, or simply need advice about how strata ownership works, we provide clear, straightforward guidance based on decades of experience in Mount Gambier and the South East.
A strata title is a form of property ownership designed for living or operating within a shared building or subdivision. It’s commonly used for apartments, townhouses, units, retail spaces and commercial warehouses.
Under a strata structure, individual owners hold title to their own unit, while all owners share equal ownership and responsibility for the common areas — such as driveways, gardens, walls or shared amenities.
Unlike standard land titles, strata boundaries are typically defined by the buildings and structures themselves rather than measured land parcels.
Strata titles come with rules — known as articles — that all unit owners are required to follow. These may relate to pets, maintenance responsibilities, use of common areas, and general behaviour within the group. We can review your strata documents and alert you to any restrictions or obligations you need to be aware of.
Every strata group requires a legal body — the strata corporation — responsible for managing the property. This includes maintaining common areas, covering shared insurance, handling repairs and overseeing day-to-day administration.
As a unit owner, you automatically become part of this corporation and may be required to contribute fees to support its activities. We can guide you through creating a strata corporation or managing your obligations within an existing one.
Creating new strata or community title arrangements
Clarifying ownership boundaries and obligations
Understanding articles, restrictions and responsibilities
Navigating disputes or administrative issues
Providing tailored advice for unique strata situations
Have questions about how this service works? Below you’ll find answers to the most common things clients ask us. If there’s anything else you’d like to know, we’re always here to help.
