Remarks made by Craig J in Australian International Academy of Education Inc v The Hills Shire Council [2013] NSWLEC 1 in Class 1 of the Land and Environment Court’s jurisdiction indicate that even if a developer offers to dedicate land…
The Department of Planning and Infrastructure recently published for public consultation a draft planning circular on how to characterise development. Whilst the draft circular provides some guidance on matters which must be considered when characterising development, readers should take care in…
Resident objectors have a unique role in development appeals in Class 1 of the Land & Environment Court’s jurisdiction. However there are some limitations to that role which, if not adequately explained to residents, can lead to dissatisfaction with the…