To contest a council's decision on land use, you can file an appeal with the Land and Environment Court. This requires preparing a case that may involve submitting evidence that supports your claim and demonstrating how the decision was inconsistent with local planning laws or was unreasonable.
   
 

Breaching environmental regulations can result in significant fines, remediation orders, and potentially criminal charges. Legal representation is crucial to mitigate these penalties or to argue the validity of the alleged breach.
   
 

Applying for an environmental permit typically involves submitting detailed plans and environmental impact assessments to the relevant governmental body. Your lawyer can help ensure that your application is compliant with all legal requirements to maximise the chance of approval.
   
 

If your property is subject to an environmental protection order, it's important to comply with the order and consult a lawyer to discuss your rights and any potential for appealing the order based on its merits or on procedural grounds.
   
 

Decisions made by the Land and Environment Court can be appealed on the basis of legal errors to a higher court. Such an appeal requires a detailed assessment of the original case to identify appealable issues.
   
 

Developing land near protected areas requires careful consideration of environmental protection laws, biodiversity conservation, and potentially national heritage regulations. Legal advice is essential to navigate these complex legal frameworks and to propose sustainable development practices.
 

The court assesses environmental impact statements (EIS) based on their thoroughness, the accuracy of the data, and the adequacy of the proposed mitigation measures. An EIS must adequately address all potential environmental impacts and propose feasible measures to minimise negative effects.