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Legislation and planning/zoning controls
Applicable legislation and governance: In outline, what legislative and governmental controls apply to strategic planning/zoning across regions and in localities?
Controls on specific new construction and refurbishment: Does public law control whether a landowner may construct a new building or refurbish an existing building on its land?
Controls on detailed design: Does public law control the detailed design, appearance and method of construction of any new building?
Designated use: Are there any legal restrictions on the designated use to which any new building may be put or on any change in the designated use of an existing building?
Responsible authorities: Which authorities are responsible for regulating the development and designated use of individual parcels of real estate in this country and which legislation applies?
Other relevant statutory permits: Which other statutory permit regimes must be considered in relation to planning/zoning and development?
Obtaining permission for development
Permission for new construction or designated use: What is the process for obtaining permission for development or carrying on a new designated use?
Third party objections: In relation to official permissions for the development or carrying on a designated use of real estate, do third parties have the right to object?
Review by other bodies: Are there any circumstances in which an application for permission for development or the carrying on of a designated use or the permission itself is reviewed by another body, eg a court?
Timing: How long does it take for an initial decision to be made after receipt of an application for permission for development or the carrying on of a designated use?
Rights of appeal: Is there a right of appeal against a relevant authority's decision in respect of an application for permission for development or the carrying on of a designated use?
Statutory agreements: As well as obtaining a permission, is it possible or necessary to enter into agreements with local or governmental authorities or agencies or with utility suppliers in order to facilitate the carrying out of development?
Validity of permissions and enforcement
For how long is a permission for development or the carrying on of a designated use valid?
Enforcement: How are restrictions on development and designated use enforced?
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