In a recent decision, the NSW Land and Environment Court considered the rules of statutory interpretation which apply to time limitations for the commencement of prosecutions under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 (‘NPW Act‘) and the Biodiversity Conservation Act…
Court considers when a DA is ‘not yet determined’ under the savings provisions of Housing SEPP
18 Aug, 2022
The meaning and effect of savings provisions in environmental planning instruments is often contentious. In many cases, the question of whether a particular application is “saved” has significant and meaningful consequences. A recent decision of the Land and Environment Court…