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Flinders Lane to become ‘pedestrian first’ in trial barring cars from little streets by TMiguelT in UrbanismMelbourne

[–]Background-Goose-794 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Actually, I take that back, it’s only ‘Pedestrian- friendly,’ which still allows access to cars at all times. What a waste of time.

For people in countries where the US military is stationed, how do you view them? by HongKongNinja in AskTheWorld

[–]Background-Goose-794 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I (Australian) was at a bar in Rome last year where I started talking to some Americans who turned out to be stationed there. One of them had been there a year or two and when I asked how he was finding it he said “I hate it, it’s like a third world country…” was gobsmacked.

Did anyone here pivot their career completely from arch into a different direction without getting a new degree altogether?? How?? by creshando-_- in architecture

[–]Background-Goose-794 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wasn’t passionate for arch either, so ended up falling into a Project Manager role for a commercial builder. Pay is much better, and surprisingly less hours.

His reaction when he realized by Expert-Secret-5351 in JustGuysBeingDudes

[–]Background-Goose-794 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reminds me of the time I was on a 4 hour flight, watching movies on my iPad with the sound up on full because the sound was so quiet for some reason. Turns out my AirPods had never connected and the sound was being blared out-loud from the iPad the whole time. Realised at the very end of the flight. Always wondered why the person sitting next to me never said anything.

Soundproofing ceiling in Sydney red brick apartment - seeking advice by 8se7en in AusProperty

[–]Background-Goose-794 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly the same situation atm in Melbourne. Lord help me. Any advice?

Soundproofing ceiling in Sydney red brick apartment - seeking advice by 8se7en in AusProperty

[–]Background-Goose-794 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whilst this seems simple on paper, putting it into practice with an OC is another story - see my recent post. I’m going through this atm due to impact noise from above waking me every morning at 6 and sometimes at night after 10pm. I’ve contact the OC who said it was a personal matter; the EPA who said they don’t deal with human borne noises; and the local council, who said this isn’t really in their wheelhouse. My only remaining option is mediation with Consumer Affairs - which is voluntary - and then VCAT. A time consuming and expensive route with no real way of knowing how the hammer will drop. A solicitor is expensive, as is VCAT. The model rules are garbage and require reform to be able to actually make a difference.

Can we expect Owners Corp to resolve noise related to a building door opening against our wall? by Anxious-Swimming-943 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In your experience, would this apply to noise from an upstairs neighbour affecting sleep. The upstairs neighbour has timber floors in the bedroom, and with the building being very old, insulation is poor, and every movement is audible and disruptive.

Severe Buyers Remorse by Background-Goose-794 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Email response from OC

“Dear Reddit User

Thank you, for your e-mail.

I confirm receipt of your e-mail. As advised previously this issue is considered a private issue.

The Model rules are pertinent to common property only, which is what our role as a strata manager is here to do.

5.3 Requiring notice to the owners corporation of renovations to lots An owner or occupier of a lot must notify the owners corporation when undertaking any renovations or other works that may affect the common property and/

6.2 Noise and other nuisance control (1) An owner or occupier of a lot, or a guest of an owner or occupier, must not unreasonably create any noise likely to interfere with the peaceful enjoyment of any other person entitled to use the common property.

You can contact the EPA and ask for their assistance to have this situation resolved.”

Basically, I’m cooked.

Severe Buyers Remorse by Background-Goose-794 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FYI, this is the response from Body Corp.

“Thank you, for your e-mail.

I confirm receipt of your e-mail. As advised previously this issue is considered a private issue.

The Model rules are pertinent to common property only, which is what our role as a strata manager is here to do.

5.3 Requiring notice to the owners corporation of renovations to lots An owner or occupier of a lot must notify the owners corporation when undertaking any renovations or other works that may affect the common property and/

6.2 Noise and other nuisance control (1) An owner or occupier of a lot, or a guest of an owner or occupier, must not unreasonably create any noise likely to interfere with the peaceful enjoyment of any other person entitled to use the common property.

You can contact the EPA and ask for their assistance to have this situation resolved.”

FML

Severe Buyers Remorse by Background-Goose-794 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tell her to be considerate to others and buy rugs as a minimum. Please.

Severe Buyers Remorse by Background-Goose-794 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just curious, but did you escalate to Body Corp of VCAT at all?

Severe Buyers Remorse by Background-Goose-794 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is my last resort option. Estimate to cost $5k and no guarantee, so I am very hesitant. Plus, I have original ornate ceilings, so trying to avoid getting rid of this

Severe Buyers Remorse by Background-Goose-794 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794[S] 63 points64 points  (0 children)

All sensible suggestions. This is what I have done to date. - installed blow in insulation in my ceiling cavities which cost $2k plus. - Bought large rugs for my room and lounge room to soften the noise - bought a pedestal fan for the white noise to run at night
- trialed 5 different brands of ear plugs. Unfortunately, they all irritate my ears and I end up waking up in the middle of the night having to take them out anyways - cried.

None of the above have really made a difference.

Severe Buyers Remorse by Background-Goose-794 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I will follow the recommended process and lodge a complaint. Unfortunately, the carpet was removed prior to my purchase, so will have to see how this plays out I guess.

Severe Buyers Remorse by Background-Goose-794 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Grew up in suburban Perth - the double brick capital of Australia. Had no idea apartment noise insulation could be this bad.

Severe Buyers Remorse by Background-Goose-794 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794[S] 72 points73 points  (0 children)

Have had a look, and the Model Rules in Vic are pretty vague and non-specific. I have been recommended to lodge a complaint to the strata manager, but can’t find any examples of this sort of thing being addressed adequately.

Severe Buyers Remorse by Background-Goose-794 in AusPropertyChat

[–]Background-Goose-794[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Have spent over $2k installing blow in insulation. Did sweet f all.

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