Clause 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.
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Validity 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?
Read MoreBuilding and subdivision under the amended EPA Act
Building and subdivision certification has been overhauled as part of a wide ranging legislative reform. What are some of the major changes?
Read MoreThe Low Rise Medium Density Housing Code and Subdivisions Code
On 6 April 2018, the State Government revealed changes to the State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008 that will broaden the scope of complying development in New South Wales. These changes are set to commence on 6 July 2018.
Read MoreConstruction certificates and Roads Act Consents
What are some of the features of construction certificates and consents under section 138 of the Roads Act 1993?
Read MoreEasements imposed by the courts
When will the courts impose an easement over land?
Read MoreWho is responsible – the PCA or Certifier?
This article is in response to a great question asked on LinkedIn.
Read MoreThe ins-and-outs of Owners Consent
Consent from the owner of the land is required for a development application to be made – but what does this really mean, and what are some of the quirks?
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