Did You Know Your Garden in a Sectional Title Scheme Isn’t Actually Yours?

In a Sectional Title Scheme, you own your section, which refers to the internal part of your unit. All external areas, including your garden, are considered common property.

Your garden may be designated for exclusive use, meaning you have exclusive rights to use the space, but you do not own it. As such, you are not permitted to alter the garden without first obtaining permission from the Body Corporate.

Here’s what this means:

• You cannot make changes like installing a pool, building a braai area, or removing plants/trees without prior approval.
• Any alterations to common property or exclusive use areas must be presented to the Trustees for consideration.
• If the Trustees feel the alteration is significant, the matter will be put to a vote by the members of the Body Corporate (all owners).

Changes made without approval can negatively impact the experience of other owners and affect the value of the property. For instance, removing a tree could compromise privacy for nearby residents.

Always seek approval before making alterations to any common or exclusive use areas.

For guidance on managing property changes in your Scheme, contact ANGOR Property Specialists.

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