DismissedCourt of Criminal Appeal (NSW)·24 August 2016

Appeals Dismissed: Development Consent and Environmental Planning

Case No.

Topics

development consentenvironmental planningprosecution duties

Provisions

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (NSW)Criminal Appeal Act 1912 (NSW)

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What was the dispute about?

The dispute was about whether the development consent allowed the demolition of the front southern façade of a building, and whether the appellants were vicariously liable for the conduct of the developer in carrying out the demolition.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided that the development consent did not allow the demolition of the front southern façade, and that the appellants were vicariously liable for the conduct of the developer in carrying out the demolition.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The prosecution argued that the development consent did not allow the demolition of the front southern façade, and that the appellants were vicariously liable for the conduct of the developer in carrying out the demolition.

Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?

The decision was against the person who brought the case.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation should ensure that they have the necessary development consent before carrying out any work that requires it, and that they are not vicariously liable for the actions of others.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The evidence and documents that mattered included the development consent, the construction contract, and the admissions made by the appellants.

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