The 4JGG Pty Ltd is part of the PICA Group, which collectively manages 7,269 schemes (128,673 lots) across 17 entities in NSW. See also: PICA Services Pty Ltd, BCS Strata Management Pty Ltd, Dynamic Property Services Pty Ltd, Mason & Brophy Strata Management Pty. Limited, Robinson Strata Management Pty Ltd, LB Lanolin Pty Ltd, Sydney Unit Management Pty Ltd, Seyval Enterprises Pty Ltd, KPR Managements Pty Ltd, Glen & Joanne Mobbs Pty Ltd, Reif Group Pty Ltd, Vamana Management Pty Ltd, Green Planet Homes Pty Ltd, Spar Properties Pty Ltd, Jakes Global Services Pty Ltd, Moogen International Pty Ltd.
Portfolio Profile
Lot Types
Residential 1,021 (97%)
Commercial 9 (1%)
Other 24 (2%)
Scheme Size Distribution
Distribution of schemes by total lot count. Average scheme size: 13.0 lots. The portfolio is dominated by small schemes (10 lots or fewer), typical of townhouse and villa complexes.
Portfolio Age
Schemes by registration decade. Oldest scheme registered 1964, newest 2021.
Suburb Coverage
| Suburb | Schemes | Lots | % of Portfolio | Market Share | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastlakes 2018 | 29 | 483 | 36% | 25.2% | |
| Hillsdale 2036 | 23 | 189 | 28% | 11.5% | |
| Homebush West 2140 | 4 | 92 | 5% | 2.7% | |
| Hurstville 2220 | 3 | 35 | 4% | 0.6% | |
| Penshurst 2222 | 3 | 22 | 4% | 1.1% | |
| Kogarah 2217 | 2 | 17 | 2% | 0.6% | |
| Eastwood 2122 | 2 | 10 | 2% | 0.5% | |
| Parramatta 2150 | 1 | 105 | 1% | 0.2% | |
| Berala 2141 | 1 | 12 | 1% | 0.9% | |
| Hornsby 2077 | 1 | 10 | 1% | 0.3% |
| West Ryde 2114 | 1 | 10 | 1% | 0.3% | |
| Bexley 2207 | 1 | 9 | 1% | 0.3% | |
| Lakemba 2195 | 1 | 8 | 1% | 0.3% | |
| South Hurstville 2221 | 1 | 8 | 1% | 0.8% | |
| Strathfield 2135 | 1 | 7 | 1% | 0.4% | |
| Panania 2213 | 1 | 6 | 1% | 1.6% | |
| Peakhurst 2210 | 1 | 6 | 1% | 0.5% | |
| Mortdale 2223 | 1 | 5 | 1% | 0.4% | |
| Allawah 2218 | 1 | 5 | 1% | 0.6% | |
| Matraville 2036 | 1 | 5 | 1% | 0.7% | |
| Kingsford 2032 | 1 | 5 | 1% | 0.5% | |
| Oatley 2223 | 1 | 5 | 1% | 0.6% |
Tribunal & Court History
3
Total Cases
3
NCAT
2.5
Adverse per 100 Schemes
3.7
Total per 100 Schemes
3 cases since 2021. Of these, 2 resulted in substantive orders. The remaining 1 were dismissed, withdrawn, settled, or involved the OC as applicant.
The applicant sought to have an appeal heard and for the respondent to pay their costs. The tribunal dismissed the appeal and ordered the applicant to pay the respondent's costs. The tribunal determined that the appeal was out of time and there was no reason to interfere with the original decision.
Appeal – costs of appeal – rule 38A
Before
S Westgarth, Deputy President C Fougere, Principal Member
Hearing
On the papers
File Numbers
2021/00271764
Matched Strata Plans
SP2657
Parties
Lot Owner v Owners Corporation
Representation
Solicitor: Appellant (self-represented) Thomas Martin Lawyers (Respondent)
Orders
(1) A hearing on the question of whether there should be an order for costs of the appeal to be made in favour of the Respondent is dispensed with. (2) The Appellant is to pay the Respondent’s costs of the appeal in an amount agreed or in the absence of agreement in an amount to be assessed.
An applicant lot owner appealed an initial decision concerning a strata scheme, which included orders for the owners corporation to remove and replace windows. The tribunal found the appeal was out of time, dismissed the appeal and refused the extension of time, as well as dismissing the costs decision.
APPEAL; extension of time for late lodgement - appellants prospects of success - appeal against dismissal of costs application where appellant had mixed success.
Before
S Westgarth, Deputy President C Fougere, Principal Member
Hearing
30 November 2021
File Numbers
2021/00271764
Matched Strata Plans
SP2657
Parties
Lot Owner v Owners Corporation
Representation
Solicitor: Thomas Martin Lawyers (Respondent)
Orders
(1) Application to extend time for lodgment of the appeal in respect of the Substantive Decision is refused. (2) The appeal (in respect of both the Substantive Decision and the Costs Decision) is dismissed. (3) If the Respondent seeks costs of the appeal, it must file and serve submissions within 14 days. (4) The Appellant has 14 days thereafter to file and serve submissions in opposition to the Respondents submissions. (5) The parties’ submissions should address the question whether the...
A lot owner sought compensation for window repairs and other matters, claiming the Owners Corporation failed its obligations to maintain common property. The tribunal dismissed the claims for money but found that the OC was required to replace windows in Lot 2 including frames, and remove/reinstate security items.
Owners Corporation’s obligation to maintain common property.
Before
Member Paull, Senior Member
Hearing
15 December 2020
File Numbers
SC20/19171
Matched Strata Plans
SP2657
Parties
Lot Owner v Owners Corporation
Representation
Mr Rivera, Rivera Legal for the Applicant. The Respondent-self-represented.
Orders
1. The Respondent at its own cost is to remove all existing windows and associated security bar grills and fly screens from lot 2 in that strata scheme and replace those windows with new aluminium windows to be attached to new frames and reinstate the removed security bar grills and fly screens. 2. In complying with Order 1 the Respondent is to engage properly qualified and licensed tradespersons, commence the work within 6 weeks of these orders taking effect and complete the work within 2...
Google Reviews
23 Nov 2023
“If I could give a zero star rating I will truly would!
I have continuously contacted them about how my house has been extremely damaged to the point my basement is not a safe place to be in.
However they never reply and my tenant’s carpets have ruined. And they also have 3 young kids which...”
04 Oct 2021
“I tried to email ACG Strata Management today (5/10/21) to enquire about a late fee charged on an outstanding levy notice, when the levy notice was never received.
The email bounced; the email address listed on their notice header (reprint date 10/09/21) is not currently valid.
I also tried to...”
08 Sep 2023
“The worst Strata Management to ever exist. Have complained to Amelia (the strata manager) regarding to breach of non-compliant flooring and noise by-laws however nothing has been done. Have requested proof multiple times of what’s been done, through email + calls but nothing given in return,...”
21 Jul 2022
“If I could give zero rating I would- ACG managed our complex of 26 units for a number of years and a number of issues arose from 2020 till current. Complex ended up changing to new strata managers due to lack of communication and undelivered agreements re fixing issues in the complex. We ended...”
27 Sep 2021
“Tried calling them numerous times since July 2021 and email got bounced back. Their office closed during the day. My neighbour gave another number to call to which no avail.
Amelia if you're reading please let us know what's happening and if someone in the office please answer the phone.
I...”