Exempt, Complying, and Development Application Projects NSW Planning a new deck, a granny flat, or even a full home renovation in New South Wales can feel overwhelming before you even pick up a hammer. The first, and critical hurdle, is understanding the approval...Read More
Whether you are embarking on a major development project, dealing with environmental concerns or facing a land dispute, navigating the complexities of proceedings in the Land and Environment Court of New South Wales can be a daunting task. The laws and regulations...Read More
Development control orders (DCOs) are powerful instruments that are used to regulate development and land use within local government areas. In New South Wales, the provisions relating to DCOs, including their issue and enforcement, are contained in the Environmental...Read More
Compulsory acquisition of land (also known as ‘resumption’) refers to the right of the Government or a delegated authority such as a local council to acquire privately owned land for specific purposes. Compulsory acquisition can impact homeowners, tenants, and...Read More
Unfortunately, disputes between neighbours are some of the most common legal disputes in Australia. Often these disputes arise because of shared fences, overhanging trees, and property boundaries. This article looks at how to resolve a dispute over a dividing boundary...Read More
