By-law Drafting, Lodgement And Review

Custom, compliant by-laws that keep your scheme clear, consistent, and conflict-free

Service Overview

By-laws are the rules that govern how owners and residents live together in your strata scheme — but too often, they’re outdated, vague, or unenforceable.

Our By-Law Drafting & Review service ensures your scheme has legally sound, clearly worded, and practical by-laws that reflect your building’s needs and align with the current legislation in NSW. Whether you’re dealing with pets, smoking, renovations, parking, noise, or short-term letting, we help you get the rules right — before they become disputes.

Perfect for self-managed schemes, smaller committees, or any building that wants to prevent confusion, minimise complaints, and manage common areas more effectively.

What’s Included

For New By-Law Drafting

Custom Drafting of Individual By-Laws

We draft new by-laws tailored to your specific issue or building setup — such as pet approvals, smoking restrictions, renovation requirements, noise management, use of common property, parking controls, or Airbnb/short-term letting.

Legally Compliant Language

All by-laws are drafted in accordance with NSW’s strata legislation (e.g. NSW Strata Schemes Management Act), as well as relevant case law and tribunal precedents.

Model By-Law Alignment

Where appropriate, we base by-laws on the latest model or statutory by-laws and adapt them to your specific needs.

Registration-Ready Formatting

Drafts are delivered in a format suitable for inclusion in general meeting agendas and for lodgement with the Land Registry, LRS, Titles Office, or equivalent.

Optional Explanatory Notes

Clear, plain-English notes explaining the purpose and effect of each by-law — ideal for including with meeting packs or owner notices.

For Existing By-Law Review

Full Compliance and Practicality Check

We assess whether your by-laws comply with legislation, are enforceable, and reflect current operational realities (e.g. outdated references, vague terms, or missing procedures).

Written Summary of Findings

A detailed summary outlining which by-laws are outdated, redundant, legally problematic, or likely to cause confusion.

Optional Redrafting of Problematic Clauses

Where required, we rewrite poorly worded by-laws or consolidate duplicates to improve clarity and enforceability.

Guidance on Next Steps

We outline what your committee needs to do to update the by-laws, including motion wording, approval processes, registration steps, and when legal assistance may be required.

Why Choose This Service?

Avoid Legal Risk and Owner Disputes

Many schemes unknowingly operate with unenforceable or illegal by-laws — we help fix them before they lead to costly NCAT disputes.

Tailored to Your Scheme’s Real Issues

We don’t recycle generic by-laws. Each draft reflects your layout, past complaints, resident makeup, and building use.

Clarity for Committees and Owners

Well-drafted by-laws reduce ambiguity, eliminate grey areas, and help avoid arguments over interpretation.

Cost-Effective Alternative to Law Firms

Get professionally prepared by-laws at a fraction of the cost of using a lawyer — ideal for self-managed or budget-conscious schemes.

Common By-Laws We Draft or Review

Pet keeping (with or without approval)
Renovation and alteration requirements
Parking restrictions and visitor parking usage
Smoking prohibition or restriction
Noise, nuisance, and quiet hours
Use of common property (e.g. BBQs, gyms, gardens)
Installation of air-conditioning units or solar panels
Short-term letting and Airbnb controls
Storage of personal items (e.g. bikes, prams, bins)
Appearance of lots (curtains, satellite dishes, laundry)

Pricing

(Including GST)

Single By-Law Drafting: $200
Review of Existing By-Laws (up to 10): $150
Full Set Drafting or By-Law Overhaul: from $500
Add Explanatory Notes or Motion Wording: +$40
Express Turnaround (48 Hours): +$60

Strata On Demand Drafting Fee: $300 (including GST)
LRS Lodgement Fee (government, per dealing): $156 (including GST)
Solicitor Certification & Electronic Lodgement (incl. PEXA): $450 (including GST)
Registration/Admin Lodgement Handling Fee (Strata On Demand): $100 (including GST)
Total All-In Example (per by-law): ≈ $1,006 (including GST)
Review only – $180 (including GST)

Discounts available when bundled with services such as:

AGM Agenda Drafting
Compliance Health Check
Tribunal Preparation

How It Works

Tell Us What You Need

Send us your current by-laws (if applicable) and describe the issue or goal — e.g. wanting to restrict short-term letting, clarify pet rules, or modernise your full by-law set.

We Draft or Review

We create a compliant and tailored by-law (or review your existing set) based on legislation, precedent, and your scheme’s specific situation.

Receive Your Final Documents

We deliver the by-law(s) in PDF format, along with any explanatory notes or meeting motion wording if requested.

Committee or General Meeting Approval

Your committee includes the by-law in your meeting notice, owners vote on the resolution, and once passed, it can be lodged for registration.

(Optional) By-Law Lodgement & NCAT Support

We will lodge your by-law with the appropriate authority on your behalf. If the matter escalates, we can also connect you with trusted legal or tribunal representation for additional support.