Managing Complex Common Property Defects in a Recently Completed townhouse Development
Coordinating Expert-Led Resolution Pathways For Major Building Defects
When a five-year-old residential townhouse estate began experiencing persistent water leaks, two independent expert reports confirmed the cause: plumbing components that failed to meet building code requirements, with cracked connectors attributed to unsuitable materials. Rectification costs were estimated at over $955,000. Left unaddressed, the building’s insurance excess was likely to rise significantly, and the owners corporation also risked direct liability for water damage to private lots.
We coordinated the expert reports, worked closely with the committee and the appointed lawyers to evaluate options, and helped them understand their ongoing obligations under the Owners Corporations Act. Legal proceedings have since been initiated to recover costs from the responsible parties. While that process continues, we are managing repairs proactively, protecting the owners and townhouses throughout a lengthy and complex process.
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