Planning & Environmental Law | WhiteAcre

Whiteacre Legal are experts in planning and environment law and property law, guiding clients through complex processes to unlock the true value of their assets. With over 20 years of experience achieving successful outcomes, Whiteacre Legal are a trusted, strategic partner in the property development sector.

We provide professional advice and representation for planning, development and land law issues including development applications and appeals, structuring and title advice, due diligence, general planning and land law advice, enforcement matters and compulsory land acquisition.

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Whiteacre Legal offers expert and practical planning, environmental and property law services. As a leading planning lawyer, we specialise in matters involving land zoning changes, development approvals, interpretation of planning schemes and legislation, environmental compliance and assessments.

We work tirelessly to progress our clients through complex planning processes and unlock the true value of their assets. Whether it's navigating stalled development applications, negotiating agreements with Council, or pursuing planning appeals in the Land and Environment Court, we are committed to delivering high-value outcomes.

Is your development application stuck or facing delays? Do you need help drafting a voluntary planning agreement? Are you facing complex planning and environmental litigation? When you need sound planning law advice, ask Whiteacre Legal.

We thrive on unravelling the complexities of planning matters, especially those that have lost momentum in the planning and approvals process. As experienced property and planning lawyers, our extensive understanding of the legal barriers within the NSW planning system drives our success. At Whiteacre Legal, we combine this intricate knowledge with practical strategies and critical thinking to find viable legal solutions.

Whiteacre Legal is your dedicated property lawyer with hard-earned expertise across all types of property law matters. Whether it's understanding or removing covenants and easements on your title, structuring for property development, resolving issues with neighbouring land or conveyancing or leases, Whiteacre can assist.

Whiteacre specialises in unlocking the true value of property assets, and ensuring you are well-informed and strategically positioned. We help both private clients and local councils achieve high-value outcomes.

Your trusted experts in property conveyancing. Our dedicated team is here to provide you with comprehensive guidance throughout the legal process, whether you're buying or selling a property. We recognise that property transactions can be overwhelming, but rest assured, our years of experience will ensure a seamless and stress-free experience for you.

From thorough contract reviews to meticulous title searches, you can trust Whiteacre Legal to handle all your conveyancing needs. Let us help make your property journey a breeze.

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Environment

Guided a state government infrastructure provider on the acquisition and retirement of biodiversity credits under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016.

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Property

Enabled the redevelopment of Union Court and construction of student residence at Australian National University, Canberra, with a total development cost of $160m.

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Government

Conducted local court prosecutions for various environmental offences including dumping, development without consent and clearing of native vegetation.

Property

Advised large regional aged care providers regarding acquisition of $20m aged care site following royal commission.

Environment

Advised and represented a local council in the successful resolution of criminal proceedings regarding significant illegal clearing of native vegetation.

Property

Oversaw a $58m joint venture acquisition and development of mixed-use, 80 unit development in Burwood, NSW. Total development cost of $90m.

Environment

Guided a state government infrastructure provider on the acquisition and retirement of biodiversity credits under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016.

Property

Enabled the redevelopment of Union Court and construction of student residence at Australian National University, Canberra, with a total development cost of $160m.

NSW Planning System: Navigating Land and Environment Court

By Mark Evans • March 20, 2025

Expert Legal Insights on Development Approvals and Appeals with Planning Lawyer Mark Evans

Physical Commencement of Development Consents – Part Two

By Mark Evans • February 27, 2025

Development consents granted after 15 May 2020 face stricter requirements to determine whether they are substantially commenced and thus remain valid. This article reviews recent case law in New South Wales (NSW) and outlines the types of work that can qualify as physical commencement.

Responsibility for maintenance of shared driveways

By Mark Evans • February 13, 2025

Shared driveways A common example of a shared driveway is where a right of carriageway passes through one neighbours’ (burdened) land into the other neighbour’s (benefited) land.

1. Book consultation.

After booking a consultation with Whiteacre Legal, we will ask you to share more information on your matter to help us provide relevant and valuable advice when we meet.

2. Commence work.

When you decide to proceed, we put our advice into action. This may involve guiding you through the legal components of the property development process, managing land transactions, or representing you in court proceedings. Our goal is to resolve your matter promptly and with the highest-value outcomes possible.

3. Prepare.

Whiteacre provides comprehensive support, including due diligence for your project and preparation of your development application. Whiteacre excels in progressing development applications and gaining consents.

4. Representation.

When necessary, Whiteacre’s planning lawyers will represent your interests at tribunal, panel and court hearings. We dive deep into every case with dedication and tenacity, only taking matters to court when every other legal avenue has been explored.

5. Support.

Whiteacre is dedicated to providing expert advice and unwavering representation throughout the process, ensuring the seamless progression of your project.