
What does the term “Developer-friendly strata manager” refer to? Simply, it is the idea that a Strata Managing Agent who has a close relationship with a Developer might not fully assist their client (the Owners Corporation) to take action against the Developer or Builder. This is particularly relevant with building defects, for which there are deadlines by which time certain actions must be undertaken if legal rights are to be exercised, or retained ready to exercise if necessary. It’s important to understand that not all Strata Managing Agents that accept appontments from developers are failing to help their client Owners…