Something old, maintained, repaired or new?
Hosted by TVDM Consultants on 16 July 2026
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Speaker Information:
Clive Reynolds | Hill Property Management
Jannie van den Heever | Naba Infrastructure Consultants
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Something old, something maintained, something repaired, or something new
Zerlinda van der Merwe (TVDM Consultants), Jannie van den Heever (NABA Infrastructure Consultants) and Clive Reynolds (Hill Property Management) discussed common challenges faced by trustees, managing agents and owners when making decisions about scheme assets and infrastructure.
What they covered:
• The role of managing agents in maintenance planning.
• Maintenance, repairs, replacements and improvements.
• Trustee decision-making and governance considerations.
• Budgeting and long-term maintenance planning.
• Practical examples and recent developments in community schemes.
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The webinar explored the importance of proactive maintenance planning, governance, and best practices in the effective management of sectional title and community schemes.
Clive shared insights from their extensive experience in residential property management, highlighting the role of managing agents in supporting bodies corporate through strategic maintenance planning, budgeting, and implementation. They emphasised that a managing agent's responsibilities are determined by the service level agreement and stressed the value of preventative maintenance, comprehensive maintenance records, and long-term planning.
Zerlinda outlined the governance aspects of maintenance decisions, explaining that many disputes arise not from technical maintenance issues but from failures to follow the correct decision-making and approval processes. She highlighted the importance of distinguishing between trustee responsibilities and decisions requiring owner approval, supported by proper documentation and governance procedures.
Jannie focused on the lifecycle of property assets, explaining the distinctions between maintenance, repair, replacement, improvements, and alterations. He emphasised that regular preventative maintenance extends the lifespan of assets, reduces long-term costs, and should form part of a structured maintenance plan supported by adequate reserve funding.
The discussion also addressed practical maintenance considerations, including:
window maintenance;
budgeting for major future expenses through 10-year Maintenance, Repair and Replacement Plans (MRRPs);
preventative maintenance of water and sewer infrastructure, and
the importance of complying with occupational health and safety requirements when undertaking maintenance work, particularly on roofs.
The webinar concluded with a question-and-answer session reinforcing the value of proactive planning, sound governance, appropriate budgeting, and preventative maintenance as essential components of successful community scheme management.