Green Route and other safety improvements: The on-campus Green Route, as part of the safety and security implementation plan, is now operational. The introduction of a further 48 cameras along a dedicated 1.5km safe Green Route from the main building on South Campus through to the student residences is now being actively monitored at the expanded central Security Operation Centre (SOC) at North Campus. Source: News Latest News. … [Read more...] about Green Route and other safety improvements
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Could Tenant claim for improvements?
Property Poser's expert has been approached by a tenant who has not only lost her long-term lease but also the garden and braai area she set about establishing at her own cost. The reader explains that she rented a dwelling with the understanding that she was to remain there for a number of years. The lease was drawn up for a single year but the tenant was assured that this was standard procedure and that it would merely be renewed year on year. As a result of the ostensible extended lease … [Read more...] about Could Tenant claim for improvements?
Sectional title improvements of a frivolous nature
A reader has approached the Property Poser panel with two questions relating to the management of the sectional title complex in which he lives. Firstly, he would like to know whether a non-owner may be elected to the body corporate. Secondly, he would like to determine the body corporate's authority to make decisions regarding improvements to the complex, especially those that would result in substantial financial obligations on the owners. Regarding the first issue, it is generally … [Read more...] about Sectional title improvements of a frivolous nature
Complicated Family Living Arrangements
Verbal agreements between family members often create problematic situations with regard to living arrangements. A reader writes that, a few years ago, her son and his wife suggested that their double garage be converted into a flatlet for her and her partner. Part of this arrangement included that a new double garage be constructed on the property. The financing for these alterations was provided by the reader who raised a bond on another erf she owns. She also agreed to pay the monthly … [Read more...] about Complicated Family Living Arrangements
