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Charles & Howard Pty Ltd v. Redland Shire Council

Country/Territory
Australia
Type of court
National - lower court
Date
Jun 15, 2007
Source
UNEP, InforMEA
Court name
Supreme Court of Queensland
Seat of court
Brisbane
Judge
McMurdo P.; Holmes J. A.; Mackenzie J.
Reference number
[2007] QCA 200
Language
English
Subject
Land & soil, Sea
Abstract

The owner of property located on Australia’s northwest coast wanted to build a dwelling close to the water but was refused by the local council, which prohibited such construction in locations at risk for flooding. The property owner appealed that refusal to the Queensland Planning and Environment Court, which upheld the council’s decision and also noted that climate change was increasing the flood risks of concern to the council. The property owner appealed that ruling to the Supreme Court of Queensland, which upheld the lower court’s decision.

Source:
http://www.lse.ac.uk/GranthamInstitute/litigation/charles-howard-pty-ltd-v-redland-shire-council-queensland-supreme-court-2007/

Full text
200.html
Website
www.austlii.edu.au