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A unit in a sectional title scheme can be amended by subdivision, consolidation or extension thereof.<\/p>\n

When consolidating or subdividing a section, the owner requires the consent of the trustees of the body corporate. The extension of a section requires a special resolution, meaning that 75% of the owners in the sectional title scheme must vote in favour, because an extension will affect the participation quota of all the other sections in the scheme.<\/p>\n

For all three changes, a draft sectional title plan has to be lodged with the Surveyor-General for approval, and the approval of the relevant municipality is also required.<\/p>\n

To make sure you follow the right legal processes and lodge the correct documentation, contact your STBB<\/span><\/a> conveyancer for assistance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

A unit in a sectional title scheme can be amended by subdivision, consolidation or extension thereof. When consolidating or subdividing a section, the owner requires the consent of the trustees of the body corporate. 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