Strata Community Australia (SCA), together with the Petcare Information Advisory Service (PIAS), has launched new application forms for pets wishing to live in strata and community title properties with their owners.
SCA Chief Executive Mark Lever said the new forms were a way of helping people living in strata to be responsible pet owners, while at the same time encouraging more pet-friendly apartments.
“We understand that there are some properties that simply do not want pets in the building and this is ok but others who may welcome pets or who may be considering allowing pets will benefit from this initiative which we are now rolling out across Australia,” Mr Lever said.
However he warns that no one should ever bring a pet into their apartment without checking out the rules and seeking permission from their building’s governing body.
“More than 60% of Australian households enjoy the companionship of a pet and our research shows that there is a high level of demand for pet-friendly housing, including strata properties,” says Susie Willis from the Petcare Information and Advisory Service.
The new forms, which have previously been available in NSW, have been revamped so that they are applicable in every state. The first form is the pet application form, and provides an opportunity for pet owners to present relevant and specific information relating to their pet. This not only makes it easier for potential pet owners to apply to the owners corporation, but also for the owners corporation to have all the information they need to make a decision.
• Download the PDF version of the forms. Or the editable Microsoft Word version.
This information is provided as a guide only, it is not a substitute for legal advice. The recipient must at all times comply with local and strata title regulations and any other law.
