Local Council officers often request our advice on the following:

What are council officers’ powers to investigate under the EP&A Act and how do we use them properly? We suspect this person is guilty of illegal dumping but how do we prove it? Should we even try and bring an action? Neighbours have complained that this landowner does not have consent for things they are building. Are the structures exempt? We can see clearly that new structures have been built but this owner claims existing use rights? How do existing use rights work and what is their limit? How do we prevent this landowner from demolishing a heritage building?

Many private landowners ask us the following questions:

Council is prosecuting me for illegal structures on my property, what can I do? I suspect my neighbour does not have development consent for the works they are doing. What can I do? I suspect the company next door is polluting. What can we do? Council is prosecuting me for breaching my development conditions. What should I do? My neighbour has planted trees that completely block my view. Can I do anything about it? How can I stop my neighbour’s tree from damaging my property? My neighbour wants me to contribute equally for the new fence. Do I have to?

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Facing a planning dispute, environmental law prosecution, or an appeal in the Land and Environment Court? Do you need guidance on compliance with environmental regulations or council enforcement actions? Legal issues in planning and environmental law can be highly technical and often come with strict regulatory requirements and potential legal risks.

At Kells, we provide comprehensive legal support for both public and private clients, handling matters such as appeals, prosecutions, enforcement actions, and compliance disputes. Whether you need assistance challenging a development refusal, responding to environmental prosecutions, or enforcing compliance measures, our Sydney land and environment court lawyers are here to help you secure the best outcome.

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How Can Our Sydney Land & Environment Court Lawyers Help?

At Kells, we provide comprehensive legal advice and representation in matters involving appeals, prosecutions, and the enforcement of planning laws.

Our Sydney land and environment court lawyers have a wide breadth of experience advising and representing both local government authorities and private clients on environmental law, planning policies, and regulatory compliance, particularly in Land and Environment Court proceedings.

Having acted for both public and private sector clients across Sydney and the Illawarra, we have first-hand insight into the legal strategies employed on both sides. This gives us the unique capability to effectively manage disputes, anticipate challenges, and guide clients through complex legal proceedings with a clear, results-driven approach.

We regularly assist local councils with environmental law prosecutions and regulatory matters under the:

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979
Protection of the Environment (Operations) Act 1997
Local Government Act 1993.

Local Council officers often request our advice on the following:
- What are council officers’ powers to investigate under the EP&A Act and how do we use them properly?
- We suspect this person is guilty of illegal dumping but how do we prove it? Should we even try and bring an action?
- Neighbours have complained that this landowner does not have consent for things they are building. Are the structures exempt?
- We can see clearly that new structures have been built but this owner claims existing use rights? How do existing use rights work and what is their limit?
- How do we prevent this landowner from demolishing a heritage building?
Many private landowners ask us the following questions:
- Council is prosecuting me for illegal structures on my property, what can I do?
- I suspect my neighbour does not have development consent for the works they are doing. What can I do?
- I suspect the company next door is polluting. What can we do?
- Council is prosecuting me for breaching my development conditions. What should I do?
- My neighbour has planted trees that completely block my view. Can I do anything about it?
- How can I stop my neighbour’s tree from damaging my property?
- My neighbour wants me to contribute equally for the new fence. Do I have to?

We regularly handle questions on a wide range of planning and environmental law matters. If you need advice on a similar issue or any related legal concerns, reach out to our team today to discuss your case.