Community scheme gardens: Types, cost and maintenance responsibilities explained

Written By Kyle Sorensen

Episode 38 | 01 April 2026

Gardens are one of the most common problem areas in community schemes. In this episode, Nicole explains the 3 different types of gardens, who is responsible for maintenance and repairs, and how the costs are allocated.

Nicole Nel is a Senior Community Schemes Legal Consultant

Nicole’s Neighbourly Advice is a segment where Nicole Nel discusses everyday problems that people experience in their apartment buildings, and how best to go about dealing with them - offering practical advice that tenants, owners and trustees can use.

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