Legal Resources

Welcome to the Strata Management Canberra Legal Resources page. You will find critical legal references and government resources related to strata management, unit living, and property regulations in the ACT here. These resources are essential for ensuring compliance with legal standards and staying informed about your rights and responsibilities.

Legislation & Government

ACT Legislation

• ACT Legislation – Index to Acts, Ordinances, and Legislative Instruments

Property and Unit Living

• Buying into Unit Living – ACT Government information on unit living.
• Unit Titles Act 2001
• Unit Titles (Management) Act 2011 – Provides for managing unit plans and other purposes.
• Unit Titles (Management) Act 2011 Regulation
• Unit Titles (Management) Certificate Determination 2012
• Unit Titles (Management) (Fees) Determination 2019

Discrimination and Disability

• Disability Discrimination Act—This act prohibits discrimination against a person because of their disability in many areas of public life, including renting or buying a house or unit.

Animal Management

• Domestic Animals Act 2000—This Act provides for the identification and registration of certain animals and the duties of owners, carers, and keepers.

Utilities and Services

• Utilities Act 2000 – Regulates the provision of services by certain utilities.

Government and Safety

• Access Canberra – Requires an account and login with a one-time security pin for each login.
• Disciplinary Register for Builders and Building Tradespeople – Information on builders and tradespeople not performing work compliant with ACT standards.
• ACT Government Justice and Community Safety
• ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT)
• Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT) – Relates to work health and safety.
• Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT) 2011 Regulation
• Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT) Amendment Regulation 2022

Privacy and Tree Protection

• Privacy Act 1998 (Commonwealth) – Relates to personal information.
• Tree Protection Act

Legislation Act and Regulations

• Legislation Act 2001 – Aims to make legislation more accessible.
• Legislation Regulation 2003

By providing easy access to these legal resources, Strata Management Canberra aims to help residents, property managers, and stakeholders stay informed and compliant with relevant legislation. Consider consulting a legal professional for more detailed advice or specific legal inquiries.