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 705-445 Planning Law

Credit Points

12.5

Coordinator

Mr M Gutjahr

Semester

2

Contact

Three hours of lectures and tutorials a week

Subject Description

Government powers and legislation. The Planning and Environment Act. The Administrative Appeals Tribunal Act. The structure and coordination of the administration of planning in Victoria. The Melbourne Planning Scheme. Non-conforming uses. Factors affecting the exercise of a discretion by Planning Authorities. Subdivision. Cancellation, amendment and enforcement of permits. Heritage controls. Planning appeals. Judicial review. Compensation. Possible amendments to planning legislation.

Assessment

Two written assignments equivalent to not more than 3000 words (50%), and one three-hour examination (50%).

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