Queensland Consolidated Acts

RETAIL SHOP LEASES ACT 1994 - SECT 52

52 Requirements for resolution

A resolution is passed by the eligible lessees of a retail shopping centre if—

(a) the resolution is put to a vote of the eligible lessees by 1 or more of the lessees or the lessor; and

(b) at least 7 days before the vote is taken, each eligible lessee is given a written notice that includes—

(i) the terms of the resolution; and

(ii) information about how and when the vote is to be taken; and

(c) voting is by secret ballot on the basis of 1 vote for each eligible shop in the centre; and

(d) each eligible lessee is allowed to vote on that basis; and

(e) votes are cast by eligible lessees representing at least 50% of the number of eligible shops; and

(f) the resolution is supported by at least 75% of the eligible lessees who voted; and

(g) each person who casts a vote may scrutinise the counting of votes.