Local councils can issue orders and notices to enforce laws and regulations that impact their community. Orders are written directions that require the recipient to take a specific action in response to an alleged offense.
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Process
Councils must follow a process when issuing an order, including providing a Notice of Intention to issue the order and giving the recipient a chance to make submissions. Councils must also provide reasons for the order.
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Response
A show cause notice is a formal document that gives the recipient a minimum of 20 business days to respond to the allegations. The recipient can request additional time if there are valid circumstances.
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Enforcement
Councils can take a variety of actions to enforce an order, including issuing a penalty infringement notice, instituting legal proceedings, or serving a notice. The specific action taken depends on the circumstances and the seriousness of the alleged offense.
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Appealing
A building order is final unless the owner appeals to the Building Appeals Board within 30 days of receiving the order. An experienced construction lawyer can help with the appeal process.
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Contacting the councilIf you are unsatisfied with the council’s response, you can contact the General Manager. You can find the General Manager’s contact information in the Local Government Directory.
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