Exclusive use is an interesting term. It is often assumed, that if one “owns” an exclusive use area (“EUA”), one automatically has the sole right to use it and must carry out and pay for all work required to maintain it – BUT this is not the case.

 

In this article, Anton explains the responsibilities in regard to exclusive use areas in Sectional Title Schemes. (Reading time ± 2 min)

Over the last twenty years, there has been an increased focus on health and fitness. One of the most popular New Year’s resolutions made by people every year involves weight loss, health and fitness.

 

In this article, Carryn explores getting into shape in sectional title schemes with regards to health and fitness facilities. (Reading time ± 1 min)

A recent Durban High Court case, "Marguerite Anne Catherine de la Harpe v Body Corporate of Bella Toscana (judgement delivered by Chetty J on 28 October 2014)", dealt with the responsibility for repairing a seriously damaged “garden wall”, located in a registered exclusive use areas.

 

This Carryn’s Corner contribution will therefore lay down the general principles on responsibility for maintenance of exclusive use areas. (Reading time ± 3 min)

This 6-month online course will provide you with a detailed knowledge of the Sectional Titles Act and the prescribed rules, as well as a general knowledge of the South African legal system and scheme management practices.

 

 

This 10-week course, presented online covers the law relating to home owners’ associations established as non-profit companies, as well as those established as common law associations.

 

This 8-week online course will teach you the legal aspects of sectional title property sales, so you can better understand how to serve your sellers and buyers and ultimately do your job with a higher level of expertise.

 

 

Registrations close: 9 March 2015