Strata Fees Made Simple – WA Edition | Redstone Lane 

Strata Fees WA: What They Are & Why They Matter 

If you’re a property owner in a strata scheme in Western Australia, you’re likely paying strata fees every quarter — but what exactly do those fees cover? And are you paying too much?

In this short explainer video, we break it all down in plain English.

What Are Strata Fees? 

Strata fees (or strata levies) are shared costs that cover the maintenance and administration of your building’s common property. These include:

• Day-to-day operations (cleaning, lighting, gardening)

• Long-term repairs (painting, roof, lifts)

• Building insurance and professional management

In Western Australia, all strata schemes are governed by the Strata Titles Act 1985, which sets out how levies are calculated and used.

Read our full guide to strata fees in WA →

The 3 Types of Strata Funds Explained

1. Administrative Fund – covers operating costs (e.g. strata manager, utilities, cleaning)

2. Reserve Fund – funds major future repairs (e.g. repainting, roofing)

3. Special Levies – used for urgent, one-off costs (e.g. water damage, insurance shortfalls)

These are calculated based on your unit entitlement — essentially your share of the building.

Is Your Fee Breakdown Transparent?

Not all strata budgets are created equal. Some are vague. Some overcharge. Some don’t plan ahead.

At Redstone Lane, we ensure:

• Budgets are clear and accessible

• Councils are involved in decision-making

• Owners know exactly where money is going

See how we manage budget planning →