12/12/22

#9 – ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN STRATA. STATE OF PLAY REPORT

Facts and Statistics About EVs and Strata:

  • EVs are estimated to account for 49% of total vehicle sales in Australia by 2030, and 100% by 2040.
  • In 2022, EVs have accounted for 4.7% of total vehicle sales in Australia (as of November 2022).
  • 1 in 4 Australians are estimated to be living in strata-titled properties such as apartments and townhouses

Strata Community Association’s (SCA) has just released their report Electric Vehicles in Strata Phase 1: State of Play to illuminate the current level of governmental support for the integration of electric vehicles into strata across all of Australia’s jurisdictions.

The strata industry will face significant challenges with the mass integration of EVs into their complexes, as a result of skyrocketing demand. The most notable of which include:

  • Cost. Most strata buildings do not currently possess the level of electrical infrastructure that is required to meet the EV charging demand that Australia will see in the near future.
  • Equity issues: The democratic structure of strata committees make it difficult to reach a decision on the implementation of required facilities to support EVs.
  • Information Gap: OCs may not be aware of the issues associated with EV integration into their buildings, and how challenging it may be.
  • Other issues include fire safety issues, the weight of the EVs themselves being heavier than traditional cars, insurance implications and others.

You can read the full report here – Electric Vehicles in Strata Phase 1: State of Play

  • #11 – WE SET THE TONE, NOW ANDREW IS THE VOICE - 03/05/23

    Creating and launching Salt Strata has been a huge achievement and one we, Andrew + Craig, are both extremely proud of. So it’s with appreciation that we’re sharing that Craig is stepping back from his role of Director + Marketing, Growth at Salt Strata, from June 2023.  Craig moving on from an operational role was always part of the plan and now feels like the right time with Intake A for management close to being full. “We set the tone, and now Andrew is the voice.” said Craig, “I’m supremely confident that Andrew will continue to deliver exceptional service to our valued clients.” Craig + Andrew

  • #10 – HOW TO CHANGE STRATA MANAGERS - 18/03/23

    STEP 1 - CHECK Check your existing strata management contract for the expiration date. Simply ask your strata manager to send you a copy of the agreement. STEP 2 - PROPOSAL Review our proposal with your committee. We’re available to meet to understand your situation and see how we can assist. If you wish to move forward we'll prepare an agreement for approval at a general meeting. STEP 3 - APPOINT Call a general meeting to terminate your current strata manager and appoint your new manager. The committee can call for a general meeting and hold it themselves. Or 25% of owners can request the strata manager arrange a general meeting or put a motion on the agenda of the [...]