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Development
By Mark Evans and William Jamieson October 10, 2024
It is now well established that a development consent cannot be obtained to authorise works that have already been carried out. The classic example is a building that has been built without development consent.
green place
By Mark Evans November 7, 2022
A boundary realignment must be "minor" to be exempt
going over property development plans
By Mark Evans October 10, 2022
In this article, Whiteacre discusses what is characterisation of development in NSW and why it is important for those looking to make an application for development consent.
aerial view of a lush farmland
By Mark Evans September 30, 2022
When governments are faced with the need to take over a private property, they use a process called compulsory acquisition to balance the rights of the landowner with the needs of the community.
aerial view of Wollongong beach
By Mark Evans September 6, 2022
In this article, we explain whether an amended LEP in place at the time of lodgement applies to a development application or at the time of determination, and what happens if an LEP is amended.
Whiteacre exempt and complying development
By Mark Evans May 20, 2022
In this article, we discuss exempt and complying development and explain what these two terms mean in NSW planning law.
aerial view of a residential neighbourhood for Development consent
By Mark Evans May 20, 2022
In NSW some types of development will require you to obtain a valid development consent, while others won't. Read this blog to find out if you need to obtain one.
a beautiful modern home
By Mark Evans January 2, 2020
This article entitled "Retaining Walls" contains a video discussing retaining walls and who is responsible for maintaining and repairing them.
a beautiful white house
By Mark Evans October 8, 2019
In this article, you will learn whether or not your neighbour has to contribute for the new fence between you and their property.
a stylish modern home
By Mark Evans September 18, 2019
Property owners don't have a right to a view. If you are looking to purchase a property with stunning views, you should practice caution. Read more.
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