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What Are Strata Fees?
Strata fees (also called body corporate fees or owners corporation levies) are regular payments made by owners of strata-titled properties in Australia. These fees fund the management, maintenance, and insurance of shared areas and common property in apartment buildings, townhouse complexes, and other multi-unit developments.
Strata fees are typically split into two funds: the administrative fund, which covers day-to-day running costs like cleaning, gardening, utilities for common areas, insurance, and strata management fees; and the capital works fund (sometimes called the sinking fund), which is reserved for major repairs, upgrades, and long-term maintenance such as roof replacement, repainting, or lift refurbishment.
The amount you pay depends on many factors including your state or territory, building size, age, location, available amenities (such as a pool, gym, or concierge), and the specific needs of the building. Fees are set annually by the owners corporation at the annual general meeting and can vary significantly between buildings — even for similar properties in the same suburb.
Before purchasing a strata property, always request a strata inspection report (also called a Section 184 certificate in NSW, or Owners Corporation certificate in VIC). This will reveal the current levy amounts, any outstanding special levies, the financial health of the building's funds, and any planned major works.