The Delegation of Inspections by Principal Certifers
This article considers a question regarding the ability for Principal Certifiers to delegate their inspections to others.
Read MoreAuthor: Alyce Kliese
Alyce is a civil engineer and a practicing lawyer, who has a desire to share her insights on the legal and practical realities of the development industry.
The difference between a “Certifier” and a “Principal Certifier”
Both Certifiers and a Principal Certifiers are required for construction projects – what is the difference, and why does it matter?
Read MoreTorrens, Stratum and Strata Subdivision
Today’s article is in response to a question about Torrens title subdivision, stratum subdivision and strata subdivision.
Read MoreView Sharing – Tenacity Consulting v Warringah Council
The judgment of Tenacity Consulting v Warringah Council provides us with a four step assessment process to be used when making planning decisions with respect to view sharing.
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions – Long Service Levy
There are many assumptions in the industry about the long service levy – this article seeks to clarify some of those matters.
Read MoreConsideration of Development Control Plans – Stockland Development Pty Ltd v Manly Council
In a judgment handed down at the end of 2019, the Court reiterated the principles set down in Stockland Development Pty Ltd v Manly Council regarding the consideration of development control plans.
Read MoreWestern Sydney Aerotropolis Planning Package
The draft plans for the Western Sydney Aerotropolis are now available – and this article points out five interesting features of the package.
Read MoreDisputes in the Land and Environment Court in 2019
The Land and Environment Court has a wide-ranging jurisdiction to deal with a variety of concerns raised by parties – and 2019 was no exception.
Read More“Interim” Occupation Certificates
Today’s article is in response to a question about the availability of “interim” occupation certificates following the commencement of legislation on 1 December 2019.
Read MoreWhat is “the development site”
Today’s article comes from a question received about whether a development application can relate to part of a lot.
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The Development Site 