Category: Planning, Environment & Government

This article explores the regulatory framework governing Dual Occupancy Controls, with particular reference to the following planning legislation: State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing) 2021 (NSW); State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt...

NSW Government Launches Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee to Accelerate Housing Construction On 24 June 2025, the NSW Government released a policy titled Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee as part of the 2025–26 Budget....

Who Needs to Meet AML Compliance for Real Estate? COMMENCING 1 JULY 2026 From 1 July 2026, AML compliance for real estate agents and property developers will become mandatory under...

Paul Vergotis, a Planning Environment Lawyer and Law Society Accredited Specialist in Planning & Environment Law, has joined Madison Marcus as a Partner in the firm’s Planning, Environment & Government (PEG)...

Car Space Causes Controversy in Mosman Case Note: CAHCJH Pty Ltd v Mosman Municipal Council A recent Land and Environment Court decision highlights the importance of not underestimating the significance...

Regulating Noise Levels in Licensed Premises The NSW Government’s latest initiative is transforming how communities thrive after dark, offering an intuitive approach to managing the night-time economy. By regulating operating...

League Table & DA Assessment Times The NSW Government has recently introduced a league table that ranks all NSW councils by the average number of days the council takes to...

The City of Sydney Council is often at the forefront of town planning policies designed to control housing diversity and affordability.  The City’s latest initiative is designed to curtail an...

This article examines two decisions of the Land and Environment Court, one very recent and the other relatively recent, where the Court considered planning controls designed to mitigate the “urban...

This article summarises the current law and case law concerning approvals for prefabricated homes in NSW. The role of prefabricated buildings in addressing the housing crisis has been the subject...

Case Note: No Flexibility When it Comes to Bushfire Protection Planning for Bushfire Protection 2019 (“PBP”) is the preeminent guide for new development on bushfire prone land in NSW.  A...

Explore the implications of the University of Sydney v Multiplex Constructions Pty Ltd [2023] NSWSC 383 case. Understand the broad definition of "construction work," how recent case law impacts your...

A recent decision of the Land and Environment Court demonstrates the difficulty in obtaining development consent to demolish a contributory item within a Heritage Conservation Area. In the case of...

In the recent decision of Eskander v Georges River Council [2024] NSWLEC 1006 the Land and Environment Court dealt with two issues that frequently arise in the assessment of development...

A recent decision of the Land and Environment Court in Fabemu (No 2) Pty Ltd v Kiama Municipal Council [2023] NSWLEC 79 is an example of the pitfalls in attempting...

e significant implications for property owners and developers alike. If you want to understand more about property law, this article is for you. We’ll provide an overview of what easements...

nment for future generations. That’s where the EPBC Act comes in. This legislation, also known as the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999, is designed to protect and manage...

In-depth discussions on exisiting use rights in Environmental & Planning Law, including Madison Marcus Legal experts Sophie Whealy and Michael Mantei.  A Continuing Professional Development Event for Lawyers by Legalwise Seminars Register now: bit.ly/3mR7n13 #development#planning#law#environmental#legal#beempowered

EXISTING USE RIGHTS Article written by Michael Mantei, Monday 11 July 2022 A roadside fruit and vegetable store in the Penrith suburb of Llandillo is the subject of the latest...

DEVELOPMENT UNDER THE CODES SEPP A recent article in the SMH online highlights the rise of dual occupancy approvals in Greater Sydney. Many of these approvals are by complying development...

RIHANI V WAVERLEY COUNCIL [2022] NSWLEC 1292 Article written by Michael Mantei Case Law UpdateRihani v Waverley Council [2022] NSWLEC 1292The recent decision of the Land and Environment Court in...

Sustainable governance is a framework for organisations to manage their sustainable development goals and objectives. Its concept encompasses all aspects of an organisation’s operations, from environmental to social and economic...

In Australia, there are some specific laws and processes that must be followed to legally divorce. This guide will outline some of the key points to keep in mind if...

Most businesses in Australia are now aware of the importance of following environmental law. This is because any development project may have significant consequences for the environment.  With this, the...

As a developer or builder, it is important to be aware of environmental law and how it affects your work. By creating development projects in accordance with environmental regulations, you...

Planning and environment are important considerations in any country, but they are especially critical in Australia. These must be carefully managed to protect the country’s natural resources and ensure the...

If you are an indivudual or company involved in the business of redevelopment of land, having knowledge about planning and environment law is essential if you want to avoid delays...

Finding your way through the petroleum law in Australia can be tedious. If you need legal assistance in relation to petrol law, contact us at Madison Marcus.

Western Sydney Airport forces rezoning of properties – where does this leave residents? In October 2020, the NSW Government rezoned all land surrounding the airport at Badgerys Creek. The rezoning...

Back in November, the NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, highlighted four crucial areas of reform to the NSW planning system for 2020, including addressing the uncertainty of developer contributions to propel...

The NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Rob Stokes, has recently issued a number of Ministerial Orders in response to COVID-19 which effects the way planning and development will...