Mastering the NSW Land & Environment Court
Are you up-to-date with the latest issues shaping development assessment and the DA process? Do you know how to best navigate your way through the Land and Environment Court? Join the ACA NSW/ACT on Wednesday 9 October for an engaging and informative webinar featuring experienced Planning Lawyer Steven Griffiths.
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In this compelling session, Steven will provide a deep dive into critical issues currently shaping development assessment and the development application process.
Steven will also unveil crucial strategies for architects to adeptly navigate Land and Environment Court disputes, offering practical tools and insights to strengthen your approach and outcomes. Furthermore, he will present a thorough examination of recent case law developments, equipping attendees with up-to-date knowledge and actionable advice to elevate their practice.
Seize this invaluable opportunity to gain expert insights and position yourself at the forefront of the dynamic world of development and planning.
SPEAKER
Steven Griffiths advises private sector clients, local government authorities and statutory authorities on a wide range of environment and planning, local government and property law matters.
He regularly acts as a solicitor-advocate for development appeals, compulsory acquisitions of land, judicial review and civil enforcement proceedings in the Land and Environment Court of NSW. Steven has also appeared for clients in prosecution proceedings in the Local Court, in judicial review proceedings in the Supreme Court of NSW and in native title proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia. Steven is a regular presenter and is a guest lecturer in Heritage Law at the University of Sydney.
In 2023, Steven was a finalist for the Lawyers Weekly Environment and Planning Lawyer of the Year.
As well as being a lawyer, Steven is an experienced town planner and prior to joining Bartier Perry, Steven had a distinguished 12-year career as a town planner, consultant and manager in local government in NSW.
This background means Steven has a distinct insight into the workings of local government and the planning/development industry, which has proved to be invaluable to private and public sector clients alike. With an understanding that there are many different outcomes that constitute a win in the eyes of clients, Steven uses his insights and experience to get the right results.
WHERE & WHEN
Online via Zoom
8.30 – 9.30am AEST Wednesday, 9 October 2024
COST & BOOKING
Members $30 incl GST
Non-members $40 incl GST
To reserve your ticket, see below.
CPD
Participation in this event will deliver 1 formal CPD point.
Learning outcomes:
- Enhance understanding of the development application (DA) process and the intricacies of the Land & Environment Court procedures.
- Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to adeptly manage clients’ development projects and effectively engage with Council consent authorities.
- Advanced insights and practical strategies to navigate these critical aspects with confidence and precision.
AACA Competencies:
- Statutory Requirements / Building Codes / Standards – PC12
- Planning Principles / Statutory Planning Requirements – PC32
- Project Documentation – PC46.
The webinar will include time for a Q&A with our speaker. A link will be provided to upload CPD answers and for issue of a CPD certificate of completion.
*Recording will be provided for this webinar for later viewing
CONTACT
For any questions, please contact Marie Frost nswact@aca.org.au