This is not the first time in our history that the government has looked to kick-start the economy with large infrastructure, job-creation projects. There are some lessons to be learned from the past: perhaps we need to take just a little time and accept some community input in order to get it right!
Cabinet has now approved an initiative to fast-track approval of resource consents for large-scale infrastructure and development projects. The change is designed as a short-term intervention to help with the economic recovery from Covid-19. In this article we discuss the key features of the streamlined process.
Further restrictions on Landlord and Mortgagees’ rights have been announced and although those changes are still to be enacted it has been indicated they will apply retrospectively. In this article, we set out the proposed changes to the Property Law Act 2007 which will extend the time periods for compliance with a default. Updated 31 July 2023
Purchasing a property with other people requires careful consideration and completing a property sharing agreement when you purchase a property can minimise problems in the future. Parties are often on the best of terms initially, but with any shared ownership, disputes can occur later. Completing a property sharing agreement where all owners record their expectations in relation to ownership and use of the property can be invaluable.
The High Court has recently made its first declaration regarding unfair contract terms. The terms in question were found within a standard form consumer contract used by Home Direct.
When interpreting “Avoidance Policies” in the National Coastal Policy Statement (the NZCPS), the courts are adopting a strict approach that requires absolute avoidance of adverse effects on the values protected. That approach could significantly limit the ability to obtain a resource consent for any activities on and around New Zealand’s coastal area where “Avoidance Policies” are triggered. It could also apply to other resource management areas.
The story of the purchaser who got more than he bargained for. A recent Court of Appeal decision has confirmed that a party who enters a conditional contract has an obligation to do all things reasonably necessary to satisfy the conditions – or suffer the consequences.
Often the biggest hurdle in resolving relationship property matters after a separation is getting disclosure of the assets and liabilities. If your partner is not providing you with disclosure, you can seek discovery orders from the Court before substantive proceedings are commenced.
You may not realise it, but you may be an unlicensed motor vehicle trader. A recent Court of Appeal decision[1] makes it clear that a person or company will need to register as a motor vehicle trader under the Motor Vehicle Sales Act 2003 if that person or company sells more than six motor vehicles in any 12 month period, unless it can prove that those motor vehicles were not sold for the primary purpose of “gain”.
This article focuses on the type of issues that can arise for alcohol retailers and the risks they face if they fail to meet their obligations as employers.