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HOW CAN SECTIONAL TITLE SCHEME RULES BE AMENDED?

Sectional title scheme rules can be amended by way of a meeting of the owners of units in the scheme. The decision needs to be made:-

- by passing a unanimous resolution to change the Management Rules. For example, it may be decided to change the levies payable by owners of garage sections in accordance with a certain formula.

Or

- by passing a special resolution for the Conduct Rules to be amended. For example, Conduct Rules might prohibit “braai-ing” in an exclusive use garden or balcony, unless the owner first obtained the consent of the trustees.

Two trustees must complete and sign the prescribed Form V to be filed in the Deeds Office. The amendment will become valid on the day on which the amended rule has been filed in the scheme’s file in the Deeds Office.

If you need help with amending your sectional title scheme’s rules, contact one of our property professionals at info@stbb.co.za