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Jan 22, 2025
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A strata plan is a special kind of map that shows how a building or piece of land is divided up into separate parts that people can own. It’s mostly used in places like apartment buildings or townhouse complexes, where different people own different units but share some spaces like hallways, gardens, or parking lots. In Jamaica, when a building has a strata plan, it helps make sure everyone knows which parts of the property they own and which parts they share with others. It also sets out the rules about who is responsible for what, like taking care of the shared spaces or paying for repairs. Around the world, places like Australia, Canada, and the UK also use strata plans for similar reasons, to make sure that everyone’s rights are protected, and that the building or property runs smoothly. Strata plans make it clear what each owner’s duties are, so there are fewer arguments and everyone knows what to do. In Jamaica, as more buildings with many owners are being built, strata plans ar…

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