Victoria introduces sweeping property reforms for townhouse owners, buyers and renters
Victoria has introduced a major property reform package targeting apartment and townhouse owners and renters. One in five Victorians now live in strata-managed properties, prompting the legislative push.
1 in 5 Victorians now live in strata-managed properties, signalling the scale of the sector affected by the reforms.
How will Victoria's new strata property reforms affect tradies working on townhouses and apartments?
Builders and tradespeople working on strata properties in Victoria may face new compliance requirements affecting how maintenance and renovation work is approved and carried out.
Key takeaways
- Victoria has tabled a sweeping property reform package in Parliament focused on strata-managed homes.
- One in five Victorians live in strata properties, making this a large and growing market for tradies.
- The reforms target apartment and townhouse owners, buyers and renters across the state.
- Tradies working in strata buildings should watch for new rules on approvals and maintenance work.
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