SGA couple residing in a condominium in Singapore, Freesia Woods, has received compensation from the building's management corporation strata title (MCST) after a court ruled that the MCST failed to prevent termite infestation in the common property, leading to damage in their home. The court awarded the couple $10,978 for repair costs and ordered the MCST to cover over $42,000 in legal expenses. This case marks the first reported instance in Singapore where an MCST's responsibility to maintain common property against termite infestation was addressed. The couple discovered termites in their unit in December 2023, claiming the MCST violated its statutory duties under the Building Strata Management Act. Their expert witness identified subterranean termites originating from the ground and traveling through soil to reach their unit. While the MCST's lawyer suggested the presence of dampness due to unauthorized installations contributed to the issue, the court rejected this argument, emphasizing the lack of legal basis for such claims.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of both parties' arguments, including the couple's claim against the MCST and the MCST's defense. It reports the court's decision without overtly favoring either side, focusing on the legal proceedings and technical aspects of the case rather than taking a立场.
