Frequently 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.
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"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 MoreOffence for installing traffic control devices
This article comes from a question I received about the lawfulness of installing traffic control devices without approval.
Read MoreReport into the Building and Construction Industry
The NSW Government has released the government’s response to a national report into compliance and enforcement in the building industry.
Read MoreWhen is a Long Service Levy payable?
There is an assumption in the industry that a long service levy is always payable before a construction certificate is issued. Is this true?
Read MoreThe basics of Development Control Orders
What are Development Control Orders, and what possible consequences could they have on your development?
Read MoreClause 4.6 variations – Mandile v Sutherland Shire Council
Despite a wide range of issues in contention, the Land and Environment dismissed the entire case based on an inadequate 4.6 variation request.
Read MoreValidity of construction certificates
Who has the power to declare a construction certificate valid or invalid?
Read MoreStrata subdivision – Kelly v Randwick City Council
On 3 July 2018, the Land and Environment Court handed down a decision which considered the minimum lot size clause in the Randwick Local Environmental Plan 2012.
Read MoreDisciplinary proceedings for accredited certifiers
What is the process and the possible consequences if a complaint is made to the Building Professionals Board about an accredited certifier?
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