26/02/2026
Managing Smoke Drift in Your Community
Living in close proximity means sharing the air we breathe. While residents generally have the right to smoke within their own private lots, that right ends where it starts affecting a neighbour's health or comfort.
Under Model Rule 1.4, residents must ensure smoke doesn't drift into other lots
or common property and yes, that includes drifting from balconies or windows.
If smoke drift is affecting your home read the full guide here:
https://mbcm.com.au/navigating-noise-and-smoking-issues-with-your-owners-corporation