By Ané de Klerk Most people are aware that one of the implications of the “median line” as set out in the Sectional Titles Act is that the cost to…
advisoryApril 1, 2026
By Auren Freitas dos Santos Questions about CCTV cameras come up constantly in community schemes. Owners want to protect their homes and families. Trustees worry about privacy, conflict between neighbours,…
advisoryFebruary 4, 2026
By Ané de Klerk Whether you wish to build a braai room onto your property, add a bedroom, enlarge a living area or do something as simple as adding storage…
advisorySeptember 3, 2025
By Auren Freitas dos Santos With urban spaces becoming increasingly crowded, homeowners are constantly looking for ways to maximise their living areas. One common idea in sectional title schemes is…
advisoryMarch 5, 2025
By Ané de Klerk Post 7 October 2016, when the Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act (“the STSMA”) came into operation, one might be inclined to think that the Sectional Titles…
advisoryOctober 2, 2024
By Auren Freitas dos Santos Background In a notable judgment from the South Gauteng High Court, the court addressed a dispute between a body corporate and an owner regarding unauthorised…
advisoryMay 8, 2024
By Ané de Klerk Few things evoke Christmas cheer like homes beautifully decorated in all things Christmas. For some, a charming wreath greeting one at the door does the trick,…
advisoryDecember 13, 2023
By Auren Freitas dos Santos Originally published on paddocks.co.za In 2022, South Africans endured more than 130 days of load shedding leaving residents with no alternative than to invest in…
advisoryNovember 2, 2022
By Auren Freitas dos Santos How much does it cost, per square meter, to paint a 10 storey building? What is the expected life of a lift? What is the…
advisoryOctober 6, 2021