The ACT Strata Time Capsule: What’s Changed Since 2018?
With bold sustainability mandates, including EV infrastructure and retrofit-ready buildings, the ACT is emerging as Australia's most forward-thinking strata jurisdiction. This snapshot from the Australasian Strata Insights Reports (2018–2025) shows how the territory is blending small-scale development with big policy ambition.
The ACT has experienced the highest growth rate in strata lots nationally, with a 19% increase since 2020.
Here are the key takeaways from the reports:
Sustainability Initiatives
The ACT mandates electric vehicle charging infrastructure in new developments and has implemented policies to facilitate the retrofitting of existing buildings for energy efficiency.
Scheme Size
Approximately 44% of strata schemes in the ACT consist of 2 lots, indicating a prevalence of smaller-scale developments.
Policy Innovation
The territory’s progressive approach to strata governance serves as a model for integrating sustainability and community engagement within the sector.
Explore the national and state specific comparisons:
Tarnee Lamb
Business Development Manager
