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Do we expect too much from volunteer trustees?

Should SA Managing Agents follow the NSW Strata Manager Model? Do we expect too much from volunteer trustees? By Jennifer Paddock In South Africa, managing agents play a critical role in the administration of sectional title schemes. However, the powers they exercise are tightly controlled and often limited. They act on the instructions of the…

Paddocks Press – June 2025

The June 2025 Paddocks Press is now available. Click here to read In this edition you will find Paddocks experts shedding light on a number of current issues that will help you manage your properties more effectively and safely, as well as links to a myriad of helpful resources and information and reminders about upcoming courses.…

Building Unity and Momentum: Why We’re Launching the Paddocks Industry Summit 2025

Building Unity and Momentum: Why We’re Launching the Paddocks Industry Summit 2025 By Graham Paddock After decades of working within South Africa’s community scheme sector – as a teacher, advisor, author, and contributor to legislative development – it has become increasingly clear to me that greater unity is needed across the industry if we are…

The Paddocks Industry Summit 2025

Stay Ahead in Community Scheme Management: Insight, Innovation & Collaboration Coming this July! The Paddocks Industry Summit: 2025 What to Expect from South Africa’s New Community Schemes Thought-Leadership Event By Jennifer Paddock We’re thrilled to announce the launch of an all-new, first-of-its-kind event for South Africa’s community schemes industry – the Paddocks Industry Summit: 2025,…

What the Eye Misses: How Our Perception Shapes the Way We Interpret Rules

What the Eye Misses: How Our Perception Shapes the Way We Interpret Rules By Prof. Graham Paddock “To judge well is not to strip away subjectivity. It is to understand its texture.” It’s tempting to think of rules in sectional title schemes as straightforward instruments of control—clear, written provisions that owners and occupiers must obey.…

Paddocks Press – May 2025

The May 2025 Paddocks Press is now available. Click here to read In this edition you will find Paddocks experts shedding light on a number of current issues that will help you manage your properties more effectively and safely, as well as links to a myriad of helpful resources and information and reminders about upcoming courses.…

Understanding Body Corporate Borrowings and Levy Insurance

Understanding Body Corporate Borrowings and Levy Insurance By Prof. Graham Paddock A sectional title body corporate might sometimes need to borrow funds to fulfil its statutory functions or exercise its powers. This article explores situations where borrowing may be necessary, the legal framework governing borrowings, available types of security, the practical pros and cons, and…

Debunking the “Structural” Misconception in Sectional Title Schemes

Debunking the “Structural” Misconception in Sectional Title Schemes By Jennifer Paddock A common misunderstanding about sectional title schemes is that if a building issue is “structural” in nature, it automatically falls under the body corporate’s responsibility, even if it is located within a section. This is a misconception. Under the Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act…

Paddocks Press – March 2025

The March 2025 Paddocks Press is now available. Click here to read In this edition you will find Paddocks experts shedding light on a number of current issues that will help you manage your properties more effectively and safely, as well as links to a myriad of helpful resources and information and reminders about upcoming…

Subsidence of Sectional Title Dwellings

Subsidence of Sectional Title Dwellings Part 1: A Case Study and Legal Analysis By Prof. Graham Paddock This article examines the legal implications and responsibilities arising from foundation subsidence and consequent internal damage in sectional title schemes, using a real-life case study. The focus is on the duties of the body corporate and unit owners,…

For-Profit Activity in a Body Corporate

For-Profit Activity in a Body Corporate By Prof. Graham Paddock Sectional title schemes in South Africa are intended to function as non-profit entities, structured to manage and administer common property in the collective interest of all owners. However, in practice, sectional title bodies corporate often face challenges when for-profit motives are introduced—whether through developers, managing…

Section Extension or Exclusive Use Area Improvement?

Section Extension or Exclusive Use Area Improvement?  Understanding the difference and why it is important By Jennifer Paddock In sectional title schemes, distinguishing between a section extension and an improvement to an exclusive use area (EUA) can be challenging. While both involve changes to private property within the scheme, they follow different approval processes and…

Paddocks Press – February 2025

The February 2025 Paddocks Press is now available. Click here to read In this edition you will find Paddocks experts shedding light on a number of current issues that will help you manage your properties more effectively and safely, as well as links to a myriad of helpful resources and information and reminders about upcoming…

Common Law vs CSOS Remedies: Addressing Damage Caused by Neighbours in Community Schemes

Common Law vs CSOS Remedies: Addressing Damage Caused by Neighbours in Community Schemes The key differences between Common Law remedies and those available under CSOS Act By Prof. Graham Paddock In the context of South African property law, damage caused by a neighbour’s actions or negligence can give rise to a variety of legal remedies.…