If you own a property in a community scheme (Body Corporate, Homeowners Association or Share Block), you are automatically a member of the scheme, and that of course comes with certain rights and responsibilities.....
Summer has finally arrived, and many of us will be looking forward to getting away for some quality family time on the beach, in the bush or in the mountains....
If your complex or estate has a swimming pool in the common area, families with kids will no doubt be looking forward to spending time in and around it as the weather gets warmer....
Water is vital for life, and is of course essential for cooking, hygiene and many leisure activities. However, uncontained water in a property can cause significant issues....
Toilets are an essential feature of homes – and they are also something we give very little thought to, day-to-day. Until of course, there is an issue. A blocked or leaking toilet or sewage pipe quickly becomes a smelly, unpleasant problem that can cost a lot to have fixed....
Selling your home is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make, and for most people, it will be one of their most significant transactions. South African law has a clear set of rules in place regarding the rights and responsibilities of both buyer and...
The Right Way to Resolve Disputes in Community Schemes
If you live in a Residential Estate, Sectional Title or any kind of Community Living Scheme, you'll appreciate how important it is to have good neighbours. There are times, however, when even good neighbours disagree with each other. When disputes arise, who is...
The Solver Property Services team thought that we would touch on a much-debated topic in our Community Schemes: “Cannabis in Sectional Title Developments” At the end of September 2018, the Constitutional Court passed legislation decriminalising the use of marijuana in...
Homeowners Association or Sectional Title Body Corporate: What’s the Difference?
If the safety and security offered by a townhouse Community Scheme appeal to you, you will want to learn more about Sectional Title Bodies Corporate and Homeowners Associations. In this article, we’ll explain how they differ from each other, what they share in common...
In September 2017, the City of Cape Town launched a survey on short term rentals, in particular, online booking platforms such as Airbnb and Booking.com. The aim of the survey was to gather information that could be used to develop a policy or regulations that would...
In this article, we cover some commonly asked questions relating to burst geysers / geyser claims in the majority of Sectional Title developments. Geyser Claims: Having hot water on demand is certainly a comfort we have grown accustomed to, the real problem begins...
In this article, we touch on the subject of What are Committee Members and the role they play in a community scheme. Committee Members: Being a committee member can be very rewarding but it is also a huge responsibility. Some may argue that being a committee member is...
In this article, we touch on the subject of Maintenance Vs Insurance in Community Schemes. Owners in community schemes all too often misconstrue maintenance and/or insurance matters. We aim to shed some light on the difference between the two and hopefully create a...
In this article, we touch on the subject of “Good Neighbourliness” in Community Schemes; how it impacts communal living and how it can be implemented. Community Schemes: Community Scheme living is quickly becoming a preferred dwelling option for many South...
The purpose of this article is to assure owners who are paying, that there is a collection process and to educate non-payers of the process in recovering levies. Levies: Few people realise the importance of paying levies in a community scheme. Some even believe that...
In this article, we touch on the subject of What is a chairperson and his/her role in a community scheme. The Chairperson: A common question in community schemes is “What is a Chairperson and what role do they fulfill?” While it sounds “prestigious”, it can be a...
In this article, we touch on the subject of pets in Sectional Title Complexes and Homeowners Associations. Pets: This is one of the most debatable subjects any BC or HOA will have to deal with and mainly comes into play in the conduct rules of the BC and HOA. These...
In this article, we touch on the subject of Community Scheme Levies, why it is a necessity and the impact non-payment has on community schemes. What Are Levies: In a Community Scheme, levies are a part of everyday life and have even been referred to as the “life...
