Significant Social Effect – A Mandatory Planning Consideration

Kellehers Australia was recently involved in what we understand is the first VCAT ‘social effects’ decision since this became a mandatory consideration in planning applications. The decision was delivered last week in Rutherford & Ors v Hume CC (includes Summary) (Red Dot) [2014] VCAT 786. This short article explains how VCAT approached the issue and the nature of evidence it appears to be going to require when considering significant social effects. Read the Article Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation This fact sheet is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on matters of interest. It does not constitute legal advice. You should always seek legal and other professional advice which takes account of your individual circumstances.