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Building and Construction Authority

Strata Management Guides

Managing a shared estate involves balancing legal requirements with daily practicalities. The set of Strata Management Guides provides clear expectations of the Building (Strata Management) Act and its role in estate management. They highlight good practices, share practical examples of condo management, and cover a wide range of topics designed to support strata stakeholders, including council members and unit owners.

Last updated 26 January 2026

The revised Building (Strata Management) Act [B(SM)A] came into effect on 1 February 2019. BCA developed a set of Strata Management Guides (“Guides”) to help management corporations (MCSTs) and unit owners to better understand and follow the requirements of the Act when managing their estates (e.g. condominiums and apartments). 

The guides outline and explain the requirements stated in the B(SM)A and contain examples of good practices for condo management. Please note that these guides should not be used as a substitute for independent legal advice. 

This is an introductory resource for subsidiary proprietors (SPs). It aims to provide the foundations of the principles and responsibilities associated with condo living under the B(SM)A.

Key Concepts Covered

  1. Management Corporation Strata Title (MCST)

  2. Share Value

  3. Common Property

  4. Management Sinking Funds

  5. By-Laws

This overview outlines the roles and responsibilities of MCSTs, council members, SPs, and managing agents (MAs) so that they understand their duties for better self-governance and improved condo management. 

This explains the importance and purpose of Annual General Meetings (AGMs) to promote effective discussion and informed decision-making by SPs. 

Key Concepts Covered

  1. Calling for the Meeting

  2. Submitting Motions for the Agenda

  3. Documents to Prepare

  4. Notice Period

  5. Methods of Sending Agenda Notice

This explains the procedures for conducting general meetings properly. It also explains the best practices to encourage participation and decision-making by all SPs. 

Key Concepts Covered

  1. Convening General Meetings

  2. Eligibility to Vote

  3. Proxy Representation

  4. Voting Procedures

  5. Chairperson of the Metting

  6. Minutes of the Meeting

This is a comprehensive guide on how to conduct council meetings properly. It outlines the necessary steps and best practices to prepare, conduct, and follow up after  council meetings.   

Key Concepts Covered

  1. Notice of Council Meetings

  2. Chairperson to Preside at Council Meetings

  3. Quorum for Council Meetings

  4. Council’s Decisions to be Decisions of MCST

  5. Resolutions in Writing

  6. Adjournment of Council Meeting

  7. Content of Minutes of Council Meeting

  8. Keeping of Records

This explains the roles and responsibilities of the MA) to ensure effective condo management and compliance with the B(SM)A. 

This outlines the procedures and best practices for ensuring a smooth handover from the developer to the MCST. 

This explains the importance and the best practices in maintaining MCST’s records to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance.

This outlines the most common disputes within an estate and explains the courses of action to take to reach a resolution. 

This explains the importance, purpose, types, uses, and enforcement of by-laws to ensure harmonious condo living. 

This outlines the maintenance and management of shared areas. It includes best practices that help keep common areas clean, safe, and functional. 

Key Concepts Covered

  1. Understanding the Strata Title Plan (STP)

  2. Examples of Common Property

  3. Factors to Consider for the Maintenance of Common Property

  4. Usage of Common Property

  5. Insurance

This outlines the best practices for proper management and maintenance of exterior facades and features in MCST developments. 

This explains the common problems,  the parties responsible as well as the approach for water seepage maintenance and repair.

This outlines the requirements SPs must comply with when carrying out works within the unit.

This outlines the process of proposing motions and the various types of resolutions that can be requested for a general meeting. 

Key Concepts Covered

  1. List of Motions to be Included in the Agenda of the First AGM

  2. List of Motions to be Included in the Agendas of Subsequent AGMs

  3. Who Can Make Requisition and to Whom?

  4. When to Put Up the Requisition for Motion?

  5. How to Write a Motion?

  6. Amending a Motion

  7. Motions Out of Order

  8. Resolutions

  9. Examples of the Types of Resolutions Required for Specific Applications Stated in the B(SM)A