Important Information
Forming a Residents' Committee
Under the Retirement Villages Act 1992, residents of a retirement village have the option to elect a Residents’ Committee if they choose.
- Election: Residents can elect a committee either through a direct vote among themselves or through an election organized by the administering body upon request from:
At least five residents or 10% of the total resident population (whichever is greater), or
A majority of occupied residences if there are fewer than ten. - Incorporated Association: Residents can form an incorporated association to act as the Residents’ Committee. This decision must be made through a special resolution, as outlined in Appendix A.
- Other Committees: While only one Residents’ Committee can exist, additional committees can be formed for other purposes, such as organizing social activities.
Roles
Role of the Residents' Committee
Representation: The Residents’ Committee is elected by residents to represent their interests and facilitate communication with management.
Function: It does not make decisions but helps in conveying residents’ concerns and suggestions.
PROCEDURES
Procedures of the Residents’ Committee
The Committee can establish its own procedures as long as they comply with the law.
Optional guidelines are available to assist the Committee and can be adjusted to fit the specific needs of the group.
For detailed procedures and resolutions, view this publication.
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