Dealing with restrictive covenants – Victoria

Do you have a covenant that runs with your land and are wondering if you can prevent it from affecting your development plans? There are ways in which you can apply to have a restrictive covenant removed or modified. This article discusses the implications of...Read More

Understanding Planning Permits – Victoria

In Victoria, local councils are responsible for issuing planning permits which are typically regulated by planning schemes. If you are unsure as to whether you need a planning permit for a project, you should contact your local council or engage a professional to...Read More

Appointing and dealing with a building surveyor

Most domestic building work in Victoria requires a building permit and the appointment of a building surveyor, to inspect the work at key stages as specified in the permit, and on completion. A building permit ensures that the plans, drawings and specifications for...Read More

The role of an expert witness in a planning dispute

If you are involved in a planning dispute, whether as a developer, homeowner or objector, it may be necessary or beneficial to retain an expert witness. The role of an expert witness in a dispute is to provide objective, qualified, documented evidence of the facts in...Read More