What does living in a BC mean?

The following sources of information will help you understand what it means to be a Unit Title holder in a Body Corporate.

Citizens Advice Bureau

CAB's website has a number of relevant topics. Search on their website for Body Corporate and you'll have a number of articles to choose from. One example: I am a Unit Title Owner - what are my rights?

Consumer NZ

Consumer NZ (a consumer rights and advisory organisation) has a number of relevant articles, two of which are:

HOBANZ

The Home Owners and Buyer's Association of New Zealand areas of interest overlap with BCCG. They have a useful Body Corporate section.

Mediation or Dispute Resolution Services

Sometimes help is needed to resolve a dispute in a Body Corporate without resorting to the full legal process. Here are some helpful sources

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

MBIE's Unit Title Services is a major source of practical advice on BC matters, with a website devoted to Unit Titles: www.unittitles.govt.nz. Some highlights include:

Strata Community Association (NZ)

See their excellent free to view on-line booklet Introducing Strata for those new to strata (body corporate) living.

SCA(NZ) is the NZ Chapter of an Australian professional body targeted at education and professional standards for BC management companies, providing education and support for the strata sector. It also provides training for BC Chairs and Committees.

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