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- General
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Unit owner told to turn music down and sing quietly
A unit owner has been ordered to sing quietly and keep music levels to a minimum following complaints from his neighbours about his laundry habits, loud music and water usage. But that was not the only complaints levelled against the owner by the Body Corporate for Four Seasons. Thomas Schlacher was also ordered to ensure personal items were not left on common property including a boat so as not to kill or damage parts of the lawn, and to not deposit food waste on the common property lawn. The body corporate accused Schlacher of breaching the by-laws and sought orders from the Queensland Body Corporate and Community Management Commission (QBCCMC), with that judgement recently published. The body corporate sought orders that Schlacher and any residents or visitors keep their noise level to a minimum and that loud noise and gatherings that can be heard from neighbouring lots cease by 9pm. 'Should Thomas sing or play music, to do so quietly and not disturb the peaceful enjoyment of another lot or on common property,' the body corporate asked, and the he 'not play any music or radio when he is not home'. It further asked for orders that Schlacher use only 'designated washing lines in a respectful manner by ensuring that his laundry is taken in when it has dried and not left on there for extended periods of time with a maximum period of 36 hours'. Further the body corpoare sought an order that Schlacher does not use any tree or rope as an additional washing line and that he remove rope from two trees that are on common property. that he has been using as a washing line. It also sought an order that he hangs an article of clothing over one line of the communal washing lines and not multiple lines, and that he keeps his washing confined to one area of the washing line and not spread out across the whole thing. Man pulls out 20m 'monster' in Aussie backyard The body corporate also sought orders that he remove all personal items from the common areas, that he fix damaged fence palings and a tap handle, and that he use water reasonably and reimburse the owners of three neighbouring units $345.82 each for his increased and excessive use of water. The man submitted that 'all contraventions had been brought to an end and no further action was necessary'. While the body corporate acknowledged that there had been a recent improvement with respect to noise and the man's laundry habits, some personal items remained on common property, the damaged palings and tap had not been repaired, and his neighbours had not been reimbursed for excessive water usage, which continues. 'I sought an update in June and was told that Mr Schlacher has resumed playing music at an excessive volume and leaving a speaker outside while he is away from the property for hours at a time, and at times he leaves his laundry on the line for 'extended periods',' the judgement by the QBCCMC adjudicator says. 'Otherwise, the situation was said to be much as described in the body corporate's reply to submissions.' The adjudicator found that Schlacher was playing music loud enough 'that it sounds as though it is being played within the lot above. No background sounds can be heard over it'. 'I will order Mr Schlacher to keep his music to a volume that is unlikely to interfere with the ordinary use of other lots,' the adjudicator said. 'His neighbours should not be required to raise their voices, turn up their own devices, or close windows and doors to keep his music to a low, background level.' As for Schlacher's laundry habits, that has substantially abated, the judgement found. 'He is no longer hanging his washing on trees on the common property, and he has removed the line he had strung between them,' it says. 'However, he is still said to be leaving his laundry on the common property washing line for extended periods, limiting its use by other residents.' However, the adjudicator was not satisfied that Schlacher was breaching current by-laws. As for personal items, the body corporate claims that the following items remain on common property: a bird bath, epiphytes that have been attached to a frangipani tree, pots and plants, bags of potting mix, a BBQ, a boat, food scraps, a shade awning, pictures on a door and window and a hose. 'The application included photographs of food waste left on the lawn,' the judgement said. 'Mr Schlacher did not deny that he left it (or any of the other items in the body corporate's photographs) there, saying only that he had rectified all matters and there is now full compliance. 'Despite this claim, the body corporate says Mr Schlacher continues to deposit food scraps on the lawn. 'It submitted no further evidence of it, but I am inclined to accept the claim given Mr Schlacher's prior conduct and the fact that the body corporate did not hesitate to acknowledge those issues that have been resolved since the application was lodged.' But the adjudicator did not find there to be sufficient evidence that the man had damaged the fence palings or the tap. The adjudicator also did not order Schlacher to curb his water use due to the complex having only one meter. 'The body corporate may wish to investigate having individual meters installed for each lot,' the finding said. But the adjudicator was satisfied that Schlacher continued to breach the by-laws by playing his music too loud, allowing his personal items on the common property to damage patches of the lawn, and depositing food scraps on the lawn.
News.com.au
27-05-2025
- Business
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How to buy on the Gold Coast for under $200,000
Have you ever wondered what $200,000 will buy you on the Gold Coast? Frankly, it is not much, but if you are prepared to drastically alter your dream, you can still do it. 1. OFF-GRID LIVING Lodge 25 on Soiuth Stradbroke Island features two large bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, living area and a sun deck overlooking the lagoon. It is also being sold fully furnichsed with offers over $175,000 considered. But there is a catch. There is always a catch. It is located in the troubled Couran Cove Resort. 'Please Note : Currently all power, water and gas has been disconnected on Couran Cove resort and the resort is closed,' the listing says, adding that despite these key features being turned off, the body corporate fees are still approximately $6500 a year, albeit they have 'dropped considerably'. The listing notes that the body corporates are working on a number of infrastructure projects. 'The home has a camping-style solar powered electrical supply with a generator for back up, has legally connected gas supply with 9kg bottles, has 4000 litre rainwater storage capacity and pump,' the listing says. 'This system is operational but should be considered a temporary solution for off-grid living.' A studio apartment in the resort is listed for offers over $70,000. 2. OVER 50s Located in Pine Ridge caravan village, this one bedroom caravan annex home is listed for offers between $79,000 and $93,000. 'Other benefits are no Gold Coast City council rates or stamp duty, and you own your home but not the land,' the listing says. 'There is a site fee of approximately $236.25 per week which includes Gold Coast water fees, and you only pay for electricity, gas if applicable and phone internet connections.' It features a small front veranda, seperate living and dining spaces, a large bedroom, bathroom, kitchen with gas cooktops, a double extended carport and shed. There is also a study nook, window awnings and front veggie gardens. Onsite amenities include a pool, BBQ area and fully maintained gardens. 3. BUY A BERTH If bricks and mortar are out of reach, there is always the option of buying a marina berth, with prices ranging from $90,000 (16m) to $250,000 (30m). Located in the Hope Island Resort Marina, the listing says that freehold marina berths on the GC are 'rare'. 'These berths are just like buying a block of land but it has water on it and of course you can moor your boat there or rent it out,' the listing says. It adds that the berths come with low body corporate fees and high rental returns making then 'better than money in the bank'. There is also an onsite manager, 24 hour security, and a protected harbour with house boats welcome. 4. RENTVESTORS LOOK HERE Single villas with solid returns are listed for sale in Merrimac, each eaqrning $580 to $590 per fortnight. 'Please note: due to the current pension scheme/DA/gov accreditation over this community, these units are for pensioner tenants to occupy and come with leases attached, sorry no owner occupiers,' the listing notes. 'Each of the single accommodations are fully resourced, servicing those looking for affordable assisted living accommodation.' Each single level villa comes fully equipped, ready for any tenant to move in, and features a kitchenette, open plan lounge area with durable flooring, a queen sized bedroom with a built-in robe, airconditioning/ceiling fans, a large bathroom/combined laundry with washer/dryer, security screen, privacy blinds and an undercover patio at the front and an open air patio at the back. 'Assisted Living at Bougainvillea Lodge & Westminster House offers your tenants a peaceful lifestyle with privacy and security, within a friendly communal environment,' the listing says. 'Virtually no vacancy, with a waiting list to live here, so you can enjoy the secure returns and protection of your investment with the bonus of having full time managers onsite to help with the residents everyday needs.' 5. STUDIO WITH A VIEW On the market for offers over $199,000, this 37sq m bolthole is located in Mantra on View, right in the heart of Surfers Paradise. 'The perfect investment that provides you a myriad of choices…Enjoy a weekend getaway or holiday escape with the assurance of high income through the hotel management or Airbnb,' the listing says. 'This is one of two exceptional buying opportunities that we currently have available within the building and at this price point the representation of value on offer will not be matched. Buy one or buy both.' The studio apartment has a balcony, bathroom, and is being sold fully furnished.
