This article discusses the rules and considerations around renting car space strata, including owner rights, OC rules, and practical security measures.
Question: Can I rent out my car parking space in a commercial strata building? Do I need approval from the committee or owners corporation manager?
I own a car parking space in a commercial building that is part of an owners corporation (OC). I rent out my car space. Another lot owner told me I am not allowed to do this, and threatened to report me to the owners corporation manager.
There is nothing in the OC rules that says I cannot rent out my space. Am I allowed to rent out my car parking space? If so, do I need approval from the committee or the owners corporation manager?
Answer: Letting your OC know would be a courteous thing to do.
Generally, parking spaces are privately titled, which means they can be rented out the same way an apartment can be.
If you are the lot owner, and there is nothing in the OC rules prohibiting it, you should be okay to continue. If you are a tenant, check if your tenancy agreement prohibits sub-leasing.
Having said this, your OC may have processes in place to manage this type of arrangement effectively.
For example, if you have provided a fob to access a secure car park, this fob may need to have building access turned off to protect the security of fellow owners. Or, if you are renting the space for short periods (e.g. a few days/weeks at a time), this may pose additional security risks.
Further, there may be other OC rules for the person to be aware of, particularly around their use of the common property, which they will likely be using to access the parking space.
For these reasons, letting your OC know would be a courteous thing to do. It will enable them to put appropriate measures in place and protect the safety and peaceful enjoyment of all other lots.
The Knight Email: ella@theknight.com.au P: 03 9509 3144
This post appears in the December 2025 edition of The VIC Strata Magazine.
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