Body Corporate Services: Collingwood
Your first step to better strata management in Collingwood. Clear guidance, local experience, and no unnecessary hassle.
How We Made a Difference in Collingwood
The stories of the people and businesses we’ve supported speak volumes about the impact of our work. Check out how we’ve helped them succeed, and let’s discuss how we can do the same for you.
Breaking Free from a Locked-In Strata Contract
This Collingwood building was just over a year old and already facing major issues with its strata manager. Poor communication, high fees, and a management company seen as too close to the developer. The Committee felt stuck in a 5-year contract but wanted change. We stepped in to help them understand their rights, structure a compliant process, and begin the journey toward better management.
From Warehouse Charm to Strata Clarity: Turning Around a Tired OC
This converted warehouse apartment building in Collingwood had character, but behind the scenes, the Committee was struggling. After five years with a manager who lacked transparency and responsiveness, the chair reached out. With poor communication, unclear levies, and operational confusion, the Committee had been left to do much of the heavy lifting themselves. We were engaged to manage the changeover, run a fair RFT process, and help the OC appoint a manager who could meet their needs.
Why Choose Us
At Strata Management Consultants™, we take the guesswork out of changing OC managers. We help Committees in Collingwood and across Melbourne find the right strata partner with the expertise, efficiency and compliance needed to run buildings properly.
What Our Clients in Collingwood and Nearby Areas Have to Say
Our Services
Since January 2014, we’ve been your trusted partner, supporting over 100 Owners Corporations and Committees across Victoria in making critical decisions with confidence. With a decade of industry knowledge and insights at your disposal, we help you avoid costly missteps and achieve more impactful outcomes for your communities.
When your Committee decides it’s time for a change in strata management, we’re here to make the transition seamless. Our team guides Committees through complex regulatory requirements and helps navigate the diverse range of management companies in Victoria.
For Builders and Developers establishing new Owners Corporations, we provide support from the early stages through to completion and settlement. We assist with budgeting, drafting OC rules, and creating the essential structure needed to launch your OC successfully.
How We Help
Frequently Asked Questions
How to change body corporate in Victoria?
- When the contract ends with the incumbent management company and any timing implications;
- How does the decision to change companies gets made or can be made i.e. does the Committee or the wider OC have to pass a resolution?
- Where to go next – in Victoria, the list of 1,000 or so registered OC managers grows month by month. There are certainly a lot of non-established, not-so-knowledgeable, not-so-good, unethical, and unscrupulous body corporate managers out there in Victoria.
At Strata Consultants Melbourne, we have been trusted by Committees since January 2014 when it comes to guiding them through the process of changing body corporate management companies.
For more information on how to change body corporate in Victoria. Find out here today.
Can our strata manager change without committee approval?
You can change strata managers through an ordinary resolution of the owners corporation – this ordinary can either be passed by the Committee or the owners corporation (at a General Meeting or by way of an OC ballot).
Do you want a Professional, Honest, and Service-driven Body Corporate Management Company? Strata Management Consultants Melbourne can help you when it comes to a change in strata managers.
Can you change owner corporation?
Yes, you can change your owner corporation management company. This is done by a process called strata renewal, where the current owner corporation is dissolved and a new one is created. To do this, all owners in the body corporate must agree to the change. Changes to the owner corporation usually involve a change of rules, structure and/or management. It is important to be aware, however, that any changes to the owner corporation must comply with relevant state and territory strata laws.
At Strata Management Consultants, we have a simple 5-step guide on how to change owners corporation, to meet your strata needs.
Can you run your own body corporate?
Yes, you can run your own body corporate (now known as owners corporation). If your owner corporation is a Tier 2, 3, 4 or 5 owners corporation. However, Tier 1 owner corporations must have an owners corporation management company. This is done by establishing an owner corporation and electing a chairperson and committee members to manage the body corporate services.
The chairperson and committee members will be responsible for setting the rules and regulations for the body corporate, managing finances and maintaining the common property. This can be quite a daunting task, which is why many owners choose to engage a manager to assist with the running of their new body corporate management company.
How do I get rid of body corporate manager?
You can get rid of or change body corporate manager by obtaining a resolution of the body corporate or owners corporation of which you are a member. Typically, the resolution required to get rid of the body corporate manager or owners corporation is an ordinary resolution. An ordinary resolution can be passed by the owners corporation or the majority of the Committee of the owners corporation.
When is it time to change Owners Corporation Manager?
You might need to change your owners corporation manager if you’re experiencing or noticed poor management, communication, neglected maintenance, unexpected costs, or a lack of transparency. Essentially, if your current manager isn’t meeting your needs or upholding their responsibilities under the Owners Corporation Act 2006, it’s time to consider a switch.
Remember, you have the right to choose a manager who prioritises your property and acts in the best interests of your owners corporation. If you’re unsure whether to switch, seek advice from a specialist like Strata Management Consultants. We can help you assess your situation and explore your options.
How do I know if I am locked into my current management agreement and when is it due to expire?
To find out if you’re locked into your current owners corporation management agreement and when it expires, check your contract.
The contract should clearly state the length of the agreement and the expiry date. It should also outline any conditions for termination, such as notice periods or penalties.
If you can’t find your contract or have trouble understanding the terms, contact your owners corporation manager directly. They are legally obligated to provide you with this information.
Remember, the Owners Corporation Act 2006 (Victoria) provides owners corporations with the right to change managers. Understanding your contract is the first step towards making an informed decision about your property’s management.
How many owners need to agree to change OC?
Certain voting thresholds are required to change the structure of an owners corporation(OC) in Victoria. According to the Owners Corporation Act 2006 Section 119 (1B), the decision can be passed by an ordinary resolution, which requires at least 50% of the owners’ votes to be in favour.
Furthermore, clear communication and active participation during the process are essential to make sure that decisions reflect the collective will of the owners involved, supporting effective governance within the OC.
If you need help changing owners corporation, Strata Management Consultants specialises in the know-how and inside knowledge of the strata industry.
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