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Conversations about local government issues, insights and views
Staying informed with relevant news and important developments is critical for us and our clients. We regularly publish insightful articles that discuss the world of local government, record podcasts with thought leaders, and facilitate networking events throughout New Zealand.
The right tool for the job in Building Act enforcement
Failing to comply with a notice to fix. Recently we assisted Tasman District Council in prosecuting a landowner who had transformed his rural, two-storey shed into a potential dwelling. The council’s practices received a glowing endorsement from the Court, which is always worth celebrating. The basic facts were that neighbours first complained of the man’s…
Homeowners Pay the Price of Being Difficult
The costs of dragging a reasonable council to court In building defect claims, sometimes it feels like homeowners are driven by raw emotion rather than good financial sense. In such cases, despite our best efforts, occasionally a claim that should settle will end up in Court for trial. In this situation, local authorities should consider…