Am I bound by body corporate decisions made before I bought my lot?

Yes. When you buy a lot in a body corporate scheme you take it subject to all existing by-laws, resolutions, contracts, and financial obligations of the body corporate. This includes: - All by-laws currently in force - Any approved special levies not yet collected - Ongoing contracts entered into by the committee - Any known maintenance issues or legal proceedings - Any exclusive use arrangements affecting common property near your lot You cannot refuse to be bound by decisions made before you purchased. This is why reviewing the AGM minutes, financial statements, body corporate search, and disclosure statement before settlement is so important — these documents reveal what you are taking on. An undisclosed pending special levy or unresolved legal dispute can become a significant unexpected cost. This article is general information only and not legal advice.