What strata laws apply in NSW?

NSW strata schemes are governed by the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (SSMA 2015) and the Strata Schemes Development Act 2015. Key obligations include AGMs within 2 months of financial year end, 7-day notice for ordinary meetings, and mandatory 10-year capital works fund plans.

How often must an AGM be held in NSW?

Under the SSMA 2015, an AGM must be held within 2 months after the financial year end. Notice of at least 7 days must be given to all owners.

How does StrataAI help NSW strata managers?

StrataAI tracks all NSW-specific compliance deadlines automatically, answers by-law queries with citations, drafts SSMA-compliant letters and AGM minutes, and runs AI voice campaigns to contact all owners at once.

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AGM within 2 months of financial year end

SSMA 2015 s.18

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7-day minimum notice for general meetings

SSMA 2015 s.19

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10-year capital works fund plan required

SSMA 2015 s.75

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Annual Essential Fire Safety Measures Statement

EP&A Regulation cl.183

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Insurance: building, workers compensation, public liability

SSMA 2015 s.160

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Levy arrears — interest & recovery obligations

SSMA 2015 s.85-88

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NSW legislation

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NSW strata FAQ

When must an AGM be held in NSW?

Under SSMA 2015 s.18, the annual general meeting must be held within 2 months after the end of each financial year. At least 7 days notice must be given (s.19). StrataAI calculates this deadline automatically from your financial year end.

What insurance is compulsory for NSW strata?

SSMA 2015 s.160 requires building insurance, workers compensation insurance, and public liability insurance. StrataAI tracks renewal dates and sends alerts before expiry.

How does the capital works fund work in NSW?

Owners corporations must prepare and maintain a 10-year capital works fund plan (SSMA 2015 s.75). Annual contributions are levied from all owners. StrataAI tracks reviews and levy periods.

Legislative references

SSMA 2015 s.18AGM must be held within 2 months after financial year end

SSMA 2015 s.19At least 7 days notice required for general meetings

SSMA 2015 s.75Capital works fund plan — minimum 10-year period

SSMA 2015 s.80Capital works fund levy contribution rates

SSMA 2015 s.85–88Levy arrears, interest obligations, and recovery procedures

SSMA 2015 s.160Building insurance, public liability (min $20M), workers compensation

EP&A Regulation cl.183Annual Essential Fire Safety Measures Statement

Strata Schemes Development Act 2015Strata plan registration and subdivision

This page references the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW). Legislation is subject to amendment — always verify against the current version at legislation.nsw.gov.au. StrataAI provides compliance tools, not legal advice.

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