Navigating the Land and Environment Court – Key Processes Explained
The Land and Environment Court process can be unfamiliar to most – this article provides a high level overview of the processes.
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The Basics of “Amending Development Applications”
In Australian Village No. 12 – Gladstone St Pty Ltd v Inner West Council, the Land and Environment Court explained the concept and identified common confusions that can arise with “amending development applications”.
Read MoreThe Essential Services Clause – Georges River Council v Eskander
The judgment of Georges River Council v Eskander [2024] NSWLEC 98 provides insight into how courts approach requirements for adequate arrangements for essential services.
Read MoreUnderstanding Existing Use Rights – Blues Point Hotel Property Pty Ltd v North Sydney Council
The case of Blues Point Hotel Property Pty Ltd v North Sydney Council [2021] NSWLEC 27 offers valuable insights into the interpretation and application of existing use rights.
Read MoreSydney Metro’s Role – Lessons from Symin v The Hills Shire Council
The recent decision in Symin v The Hills Shire Council [2024] NSWLEC 1840 highlights the complexities of residential development above critical infrastructure, with Sydney Metro playing a role in the proceedings.
Read MoreNavigating Consent Orders – Insights from Billyard Avenue Developments v The Council of the City of Sydney
The Land and Environment Court’s decision in Billyard Avenue Developments Pty Limited v The Council of the City of Sydney serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of adhering to planning controls and understanding the boundaries of consent orders.
Read MoreVisual Impact and Suitability – Amplitel Pty Limited v The Hills Shire Council
In the recent decision of Amplitel Pty Limited v The Hills Shire Council highlights significant considerations for assessing DAs involving telecommunications infrastructure.
Read MoreLessons in subdivision controls – JS Architects Pty Ltd v Randwick City Council
In a recent Land and Environment Court decision, JS Architects Pty Ltd v Randwick City Council, the Court clarified how minimum lot size controls should be applied when assessing strata subdivisions.
Read MoreNavigating Clause 4.6 Variation Requests – Petersham High Pty Ltd v Inner West Council
The recent decision in Petersham High Pty Ltd v Inner West Council offers insights into the use and assessment of clause 4.6 variation requests.
Read More5 Conditions of Consent Councils Need to Nail: Insights from the Court
In a recent judgment, the NSW Land and Environment Court clarified some important considerations that must be adhered to when drafting and defending conditions of consent. Here are five lessons every local council should consider.
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