12/45 Burwood Highway, Burwood VIC 3125
Your conveyancer’s summary
Curated by Smith & Co Conveyancers — the plain-English read on this property.
Critical issues that need your attention
The vendor's statement reveals two outstanding owners corporation special levies totalling $4,250. Unless we negotiate otherwise before settlement, these become your responsibility the day you take ownership.
There is also an unapproved structural alteration to the rear pergola noted on the planning permit. Council retrospective approval typically costs $800–$2,500 and takes 3–6 months — and there is a small risk council requires removal instead of approving it.
Things to be aware of
The body corporate fees are 38% above the area median at $4,200/year — sustainable but worth factoring into your monthly budgeting
A 1.5m easement runs across the western boundary (typical for stormwater — not a red flag, but it does limit what you can build there)
The carpet in the master bedroom shows water damage in the building inspection report — likely a $1,500–$3,000 replacement
The OC certificate confirms the building has no current insurance claims open
What looks fine
Title is clean — no caveats, no unregistered interests, no covenants restricting use
Council rates and water charges are paid in advance to settlement
The body corporate has $42,000 in the sinking fund — a healthy reserve for a building this size
No planning overlays restricting standard residential use
The Section 32 is complete and complies with the Sale of Land Act 1962
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