Understanding Body Corporates in New Zealand
To begin with, let’s delve into what a body corporate is. A body corporate is a legal entity which every owner of a unit title property in New Zealand automatically becomes a member of. They are responsible for a range of tasks like maintaining common areas, managing finances, and enforcing rules. However, it’s only natural that disagreements or disputes may arise within these bodies due to the various interests and perspectives of members.
Resolving Body Corporate Disputes
Now, let’s look at how these disputes can be resolved. Here are some steps you can consider:
- Open Communication: Before escalating matters, try to resolve the issue through open and respectful communication. This might involve discussing the issue openly in a body corporate meeting.
- Mediation: If open communication doesn’t resolve the issue, mediation can be a useful next step. This involves a neutral third party helping to facilitate a resolution between the disputing parties.
- Adjudication: If mediation fails, you can apply to the Tenancy Tribunal for adjudication. The Tribunal makes a legally binding decision based on the evidence provided.
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Our advisory services offer professional assistance tailored to your unique circumstances. We provide:
Our advisory services offer professional assistance tailored to your unique circumstances. We provide:
- Guidance: We provide comprehensive advice and guidance on body corporate regulations and your specific rights and responsibilities.
- Representation: We can act on your behalf during body corporate meetings, mediation sessions, and adjudication proceedings, ensuring your interests are effectively represented.
- Dispute Resolution: Our team of experts are skilled in negotiating and resolving disputes, aiming for satisfactory outcomes for our clients.
We understand that every situation is unique, therefore our approach is always personalised to suit your needs.
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