Can a body corporate access a lot at any time?
A body corporate has specific powers under legislation to enter a lot or common property for a variety of reasons; however, there are strict limitations on how that access is achieved.
Section 163 of the Body Corporate and Community Management Act outlines the access requirements.
As a general rule, the body corporate needs to give a lot owner or occupier 7 days’ written notice before entering a lot – to check whether any body corporate work is needed, and then to do that work.
However, in the case of an emergency, such as a water leak or some other hazard, a body corporate can access a lot without notice.
Further reading
- Can a by-law create a right of access?
- Rights of access to lots
- How do I resolve a strata dispute in Queensland?
- What are the maintenance responsibilities for lots and common property?
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