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April 2026
 

 

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Lodgement of new CSOS disputes via CSOS Connect

Last week CSOS announced that, effective 1 April 2026, all new applications for dispute resolution must be lodged via the CSOS Connect platform (www.csosconnect.org.za).

CSOS has stated that this change will improve service delivery and transparency, as the progress of disputes can now be tracked live via the Connect system, with updates and notifications integrated for user convenience. Further, all supporting documents and correspondence can be securely captured and stored in one place.

It is important to note that disputes that have been submitted to CSOS prior to this change will not be migrated over to the CSOS Connect platform, but will follow the previous, email-based process.

In summary, effective 1 April 2026:

  • All new CSOS applications for dispute resolution must be lodged via CSOS Connect
  • All existing CSOS applications, lodged prior to 1 April, will follow legacy (email-based) processes

You can read CSOS's official announcement with regard to the above in their media statement.

Overjoyed by the Arrival of our Newest Team Member

We are incredibly pleased to announce that Auren and Marlie welcomed their baby boy, João, yesterday morning. From the rest of the team, a massive congratulations - we wish you and José (recently promoted to big brother) all the best with this new chapter in your lives!

 

Please note that our offices will be closed this coming Friday, 3 April (Good Friday), as well as Monday, 6 April (Family Day). We wish all of our subscribers a blessed Easter and a restful long weekend.

 

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Sectional Titles Schemes Legislation
paperback book

  

Our Sectional Titles Schemes Legislation paperback book contains a comprehensive compilation of the key legislative frameworks governing sectional title schemes in South Africa and includes a Thematic Index of these legislations.

It is designed to serve as a valuable resource for property owners, trustees, managing agents, legal practitioners, and anyone involved in the management and administration of sectional title properties and community schemes. Order here:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CSOS Consolidated Practice Directives
paperback book
 [pre-order]

  

Our team is super excited to announce the launch of the CSOS Consolidated Practice Directives paperback book, in a handy-sized A5 format. This book will contain the full text of the CSOS directives, along with a some input provided by our legal team. This will make a fantastic accompaniment to our Sectional Titles Schemes Management Legislation paperback book. The book will be available at an introductory price of R290.00, or can be bundled with the STSMA Legislation book for R690.00 (ex. Courier/PUDO). You can preorder using this link or clicking the button below: Pre-order new book

Please note that we will update you as to the ETA of this book over the coming weeks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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