Different types of parking bays found in sectional title schemes

Dear Newsletter Reader,

We continue with our A–Z Community Scheme series, exploring the building blocks of a well-managed scheme and to start August off we covering letters O and P.

Here’s what we cover in this edition:

Sarah tackles different types of parking bays found in sectional title schemes.
We break down the key points from a previous webinar about insurance essentials for your scheme.
The upcoming NAMA National Conference.

CONTENT CORNER

Parking bays in sectional title schemes | What owners need to know

Parking bays look simple until you try to work out what you actually own or hold rights to. In this article, Sarah discusses the four completely different legal arrangements that can look identical from the outside.

Sectional title schemes insurance essentials | Cover, maintenance and claims explained

Sectional title insurance can become complicated when leaks, water damage, roof issues or storm damage occur. In this article, we unpack a recent webinar exploring the key insurance issues for owners, trustees and managing agents.

UPCOMING EVENTS

NAMA 2026 National Conference

The highly anticipated NAMA 2026 National Conference will take place on 15–16 October 2026 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria. This year's theme, "Back to the Future," will encourage delegates to reflect on the lessons of the past, assess the realities of the present, and explore what the community schemes industry needs to become in the years ahead.

Zerlinda van der Merwe will be one of the experts presenting on understanding the evolving dynamics of community living.

Registration is now open - secure your place and be part of the conversation shaping the future of community scheme management.

HAVE A QUICK QUESTION?

TVDM Consultants taking a 10 minute consult over the phone

“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain” - Dolly Parton

Zerlinda van der Merwe and Nicole Tavares

We trust that these insights continue to add practical value, to you and your scheme, as we work our way through the alphabet. If you have any topic suggestions, please email them to info@tvdmconsultants.com - we would love to hear from you!