Living in Aspire – Aspire Apartments

The below information is important for each and every Aspire Apartments resident. We highly recommend that you familiarise yourself with the information contained below, and in other sections of the website especially building by-laws. For building by-laws click HERE.

Aspire Apartments is not a hotel or serviced apartments, we are a residential apartment building in the heart of the CBD. This is a building for respectful people. Failure to comply with federal and state laws, along with our own building by-laws will not be tolerated to ensure protection of the residents and Owners Corporation’s best interests. This is a well run building, with open arms for those that respect others and the building’s by-laws and relevant regulations.

By-Laws: It is solely the responsibility of the resident to check building by-laws PRIOR to legally committing (by way of lease agreement or purchase contract) to live in the building. It’s not the responsibility of the Owners Corporation if building by-laws do not suit the incoming resident after the fact. All building by laws are adhered to with no exceptions. This ensures that Aspire Apartments remains a well run building, keeps its reputation in tact, and property values remain high for all owners.

CCTV (Closed Circuit Television Cameras): High density, state-of-the-art CCTV is in operation in Aspire. There are 43 individual cameras that form the CCTV system. Video footage is stored for an extended period (6-7 weeks), and live footage is often monitored and recalled for any issues that arise, when required. The CCTV system is covered by special building by-law 8. CCTV footage exclusively remains the property of the Owners Corporation.

Waste Disposal (garbage chute permanently closed on each level): Please take your general waste, secured in bags, to the garbage room located beside the main entrance doors on level 1 (ground floor) and deposit into the general waste bin provided as per building by-law 15. Please ensure that you have secured your general waste in the correct manner as to not leak any contents onto common property. For recycling goods, please also take these to the garbage room on level 1 (ground floor) and deposit into the recycling bin provided. Please note in-place signage in the garbage room that assists in informing you to know what can be recycled and what cannot be recycled. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU FOLD ALL BOXES, SMALL OR LARGE, AS WE HAVE LIMITED ROOM TO FIT EVERYONE’S RECYCLING.

Type of Accommodation: Under no circumstances is short term letting permitted. Short term letting is classed as less than 30 days, as per SP91667 building by-laws, special by-law 7. This is in compliance with the City of Sydney Council issued 88B instrument that relates to the zoning of the land lot. Building by-laws passed in early 2016 also out-law this to reflect the wishes of the majority of owners. Boarding houses and subletting also fall into the category. Should this occur in any lot within the building, access can be revoked to building access systems as per building by-laws, and legal action will be taken against those that are responsible. Removal from the building or council compliance action will be eminent. Refer to the Rental Laws page for further information.

Internet Access: The Owners Corporation has engaged with TPG to install fibre directly into the building. This is TPG’s private network, not the NBN (National Broadband Network). This service is faster, more reliable and cheaper than the NBN. This internet service is available to ALL residents, and is the fastest residential internet service available in Australia, delivering download speeds of approximately 92mbps, and upload speeds of 41mpbs. The service includes a standard phone line, and includes all local, national, mobile and international calls (to selected countries) dependent on the plan you choose. UPDATE: TPG’s G.Fast service will soon be available and offering speeds of approximately 900mpbs download and 41mpbs upload. Please visit the TPG website for further details and pricing (TPG fttb). Should you prefer an NBN service, that’s also available to you via the separate NBN fibre cable and can be accessed through multiple telecommunication providers.

Air Conditioning: Please DO NOT turn off the A/C circuit breaker located in your electrical box in your apartment. This is marked by a small red “AC” badge stuck above the breaker. Doing so will render all air conditioning units on your floor and the one below or above (depending on your floor) inoperable. As per the notice on your electrical box, a fine may be payable to residents that do not comply with this requirement, as it affects other residents from using a basic service. Note that internal air conditioning units (including the replacement of filters) are owners responsibility. Filters should be changed as required and are the responsibility of owners as per building by-law 10.

Building Access: Security fobs and keys that allow access to the building or allocated storage areas are issued by the Building Manager. There is a fee associated with the loss and replacement and issue of new fobs or keys. This fee is $100 per security fob, or key. Most buildings charge between $100 and $200 for the same. There is a maximum allowed number of security fobs or keys assigned to individual apartments, and this is dependent on the size of each apartment as covered by building by-law 8.4. There are no returns or refunds once a fob or key is sold. Please contact the Building Manager for further information. AFTER 3RD SEPTEMBER 2019, THE CLONING OF SECURITY FOBS WAS MADE IMPOSSIBLE, AS THE BUILDING HAS MOVED TO A FULLY ENCRYPTED SECURITY FOB SYSTEM.

Noise: Noise and disturbance that affects the quiet enjoyment of other residents will NEVER be tolerated in UNREASONABLE CIRCUMSTANCES, and will be dealt with in accordance of strata law AS PER BY-LAW 4.1 (a). Please call the Police if you are being disturbed by other residents in unreasonable circumstances, and report it to the Building Manager by way of email or by placing a letter into the Building Manager’s, located in the main entrance foyer for follow-up.

Common Property: Personal items MUST NOT be left on common property as per by-law 7.4. This includes, but is not limited to shoes, door mats, items placed on front doors, etc. Please do NOT leave any personal goods in lobbies, as this is especially contentious due to the small footprint the building has. Leaving any items such as trolleys, etc. could see the Owners Corporation receiving fire compliance related fines of $1,100 upwards. Should any goods be left on common property and there is an emergency, or evacuation due to the fire alarm sounding (false alarm or genuine), criminal charges can be bought against the person/s leaving items on common property AND the Owners Corporation if injury occurs as per fire compliance related laws. ANY ITEMS FOUND ON COMMON PROPERTY WILL BE REMOVED AT ONCE TO ENSURE UNIFORMITY, PROTECTION OF THE OWNERS CORPORATION AND ENSURE FIRE COMPLIANCE.

Storage Cages: Some apartments in Aspire have designated storage cages assigned to them as part of their title deed. These storage cages are located in three different storage areas located on B1. Apartments that have storage cages as part of their property should have a key that allows access to the specific storage area for their storage cage. See the building manager if in doubt about your apartment and storage cage assignment.

Mail and Deliveries: The building does not have a concierge service, nor does it have full time building management. Any deliveries left for residents in the lobby area are not the responsibility of building management or the Owners Corporation.

Susana Matteo

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We have been living in this building for two years and we cannot be happier with our choice. It is in the center and it doesn't seem like it because of the location. building very quiet and always clean. His building manager Mark is a very close person and always willing to clarify your doubts regarding any problem.

John Cumming

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Aspire Apartments is for lovers of inner Sydney. Living here is the gift that keeps on giving. It's peaceful despite being seconds from Elizabeth Street. Trains, buses, supermarkets are steps away, as are the magnificent War Memorial and the green haven of Hyde Park. I bought my apartment because of the location, the low levies and the smart design of the bldg (eg my bedroom has no common walls). My apartment looks on to a pocket park (pictured) which gives me environmental nourishment. The bldg manager is proactive and fosters a community spirit, which you can't put a price on.

Albert T

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Excellent location (close to all amenities), contemporary well-kept building and great building manager. Our building manager is always on top of any issues that arise and is super friendly. Couldn't ask for more. Oh, and plenty of great coffee options - all in walking distance.

David Clayton

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My sincerest assessment of Aspire apartments is that it is an exceptionally well-managed building with gorgeous apartments, which my partner and I have had the pleasure of calling home for over two years. The atmosphere is one of tranquility, despite its convenient location in close proximity to the bustling city and the vibrant Oxford Street area. We have been fortunate to have the pleasure of sharing our residence with a community of respectful and pleasant neighbours.

jennifer sharpe

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We currently lease our apartment at the Aspire but we lived there for three years. It is such a wonderfully managed and modern building with a real sense of community. The building is quite secluded but has everything on your doorstep, it’s like little oasis in the city.

Mercythee Kurniawan

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I have been living here for 3 years now and I cannot recommend it enough! Everything is regularly maintained and clean, the location is fantastic; only a short walk to restaurants, world square, and IGA/coles (and cafés downstairs). The building is tucked inside an alleyway which helps with minimising the noise level that is usually experienced when staying in the city. I have had no issues at all and a big thank you to Mark and the owners corporation for your efforts on keeping the building pleasant for all occupants.

Waleed Zafar

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Aspire Apartment is conveniently located in the heart of Sydney CBD close to major transport links including a 2 mins walk to Museum Train Station.My wife and I purchased our first home in Aspire Apartments last year largely because of its convenient location, luxurious design & interiors and a strong track record for building maintenance managed by its highly organised building manager: Mark Hindle.Since day one, Mark has been really helpful as well as keeping us informed with all building updates. Mark has a positive, caring and friendly demeanour and has consistently ensured all building issues are resolved in a timely and efficient manner.Overall, we are delighted with our experience so far and highly recommend Aspire Apartment as a great place to live in within Sydney CBD!

Yuyu Tjen

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My partner and I both from different parts of the world, NZ and Indonesia, have been living in Sydney for the past 20years and Aspire for 9 months. During this time Mark has made us feel incredibly welcome and does his job with the utmost professionalism and friendly manner. This is a building manager that actually cares about the place and the people living in it!We’d like to say we’ve never seen such an amazing building manager here at Aspire. As a resident and owner Mark goes above and beyond to ensure the comfort and safety for everyone who lives here.There’s a friendly community building here at Aspire and Mark has been responsible for that.