What Is a Strata Company? 

Strata Company vs. Strata Manager 

Let’s clear up the confusion. 

• Strata Company

  • All owners collectively 

  • Holds voting power 

  • Legally responsible for compliance 

  • Can self-manage or appoint a manager 

• Strata Manager 

  • A person or company appointed to assist 

  • Provides administration and advice 

  • Acts under the direction of the owners 

  • Must follow instructions from the strata company 

💡 The strata company is the boss. The strata manager is hired to help carry out its decisions.

What Are the Legal Responsibilities of a Strata Company? 

Under WA law, your strata company is responsible for:

• Maintaining and repairing common property

• Holding insurance for the building and common areas

• Setting and managing strata levies

• Preparing and approving budgets

• Keeping financial and meeting records

• Enforcing the scheme’s by-laws

• Holding Annual General Meetings and recording minutes

• Complying with the Strata Titles Act
  
  

These obligations apply whether you use a professional strata manager or not.

FAQs

Q1: What is a strata company in WA?
A strata company is the legal entity made up of all lot owners in a strata scheme. It is responsible for managing common property and complying with the Strata Titles Act.

Q2: Is the strata company the same as the strata manager?
No. The strata company is made up of owners and holds decision-making power. A strata manager is appointed to assist but cannot make decisions on behalf of the strata company.

Q3: What are the obligations of a strata company?
These include building maintenance, insurance, managing strata levies, holding meetings, and keeping records in compliance with WA legislation.

Q4: Can we change our strata manager but keep the strata company?
Yes. The strata company always remains, but you can vote to appoint or change strata managers at a general meeting.