Planning & Strata Titling
- Ascertain the requirements of the future strata titled scheme, review plans and provide initial advice on titling and structure.
- Initial planning meeting with key parties, including the Developer, Planner, Design Team, Surveyor, Solicitor (etc) to discuss the project, confirm timeframes and coordinate tasks.
- Provide tailored advice on legislative requirements for establishing a strata titled scheme and documentation required.
- Maintain contact throughout the planning and construction phase, ensuring project deliverables are met within timeframes.
Strata Scheme Establishment
- Review draft CMS / Strata Plan documentation with Solicitor and provide advice on by-laws, lot entitlement schedules and use of shared facilities.
- Review Caretaking and Letting agreements, plus other service contracts if applicable and provide advice and recommendations.
- Advise on insurance requirements under the Act and other legislative requirements and recommended reports.
- Prepare the administration and sinking/capital works fund initial budget, advise on sinking fund forecast report requirements and calculate levy instalments based on lot entitlements.
Handover & Management
- Prepare meeting documents for First General Meeting after establishment of the strata titled scheme, once more than 50% of lots have sold.
- Assist Developer with sales disclosure statement requirements and documentation required for settlement of lots.
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Coordinate a handover between the Developer and appointed Strata Management company, if applicable, ensuring all required documents are handed over and there is a smooth transition to ongoing management of the scheme.
Strata Development Consulting
At TCM Strata, we offer expert strata development consultancy for developers across Queensland and New South Wales. Whether you’re working on a residential, commercial, or mixed-use development, we guide you through the setup of Bodies Corporate or Owners Corporations—from early planning through to final registration.
Our team provides clear, proactive advice to help you establish the most effective titling structure. This ensures your scheme meets all legislative and compliance obligations while reducing the risk of costly delays or surprises. We collaborate closely with your legal, surveying, and project teams to coordinate all deliverables. Once the ideal structure is in place, we manage the necessary documentation, approvals, and compliance steps to ensure your scheme is registered efficiently.
Moreover, whether you’re developing layered schemes, staged communities, or mixed-use precincts, we offer practical, forward-thinking solutions. Our goal is to help you deliver a well-managed, future-ready strata community.
With experience across Cairns, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Tweed Coast, and Northern NSW, TCM Strata is a trusted partner for developers navigating complex community titles. We support projects of all sizes, offering guidance on how to set up a strata scheme, engagement of a manager, and how to comply with evolving regulatory frameworks. Ultimately, we combine local insight with national expertise to ensure your development launches smoothly and sustainably—now and into the future.
Here is a brief overview of the strata consulting services offered by TCM Strata:
In addition to the services noted above, we can work alongside your appointed Solicitor and assist with the preparation of key documents, providing advice and assistance to ensure they are tailored to meet the needs of your development. Such documents include:
- Statement of future development
- Building management statements
- Community management statements and by-laws
- Allocation of exclusive use areas
- Onsite management agreements
- Deeds, easements and covenants
- Waste disposal arrangements
- Community facility layouts
- Strata owned assets (i.e. gym equipment, furniture, chattels)
- Budget for the principal and each subsidiary strata scheme
- Statement of contributions showing the financial requirements for each lot
- Strata administration agreement
- Interest schedule lot entitlement
- Contribution schedule lot entitlement
- Defects schedule
- Work health and safety, insurance valuations, sinking fund and other compliance reports
Contact our Strata Consulting team today to discuss your development needs and ensure your project’s success.