CAN A MANAGEMENT CORPORATION (MC) IMPOSE DIFFERENT RATES OF MAINTENANCE CHARGES AND SINKING FUND FOR STRATIFIED DEVELOPMENTS?

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Introduction In strata and mixed-use developments, disputes often arise over when a management corporation can lawfully impose differential charges. While the Strata Management Act 2013 allows MCs to levy fees at different rates, courts stress that this power must be statutory, reasonable, and proportionate to the benefit from common facilities. Differential charges are generally upheld…

Waves of Change on the Horizon for Malaysia’s Property Landscape

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How the upcoming reforms, new laws, and digitalisation will transform the way Malaysians buy, sell, rent, and manage property. Malaysia is entering one of the most transformative periods in its property sector in decades. A wave of new laws, digital systems, and policy reforms is reshaping how homes are built, sold, financed, managed, and rented….

A Management Corporation Imposing Different Rates of Maintenance and Sinking Fund Charges (‘Charges’) In A Strata Property- Yes or No?

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INTRODUCTION The Strata Management Act 2013 in Malaysia governs the management and upkeep of stratified residential properties. It aims to ensure that these properties are well-managed, and that residents, developers, and landowners have their rights and responsibilities clearly defined. However, a plethora of issues arises in the maintenance and management of stratified mixed developments i.e…