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Neighbours, housing and the environment

Having problems with neighbours over fences or trees? Or with your landlord? Or are you concerned with issues relating to planning or the environment?

 

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NSW legislation dealing with tenancy, including residential tenancy agreements, rent, repairs, and termination of the agreement.

 

NSW legislation dealing with pets, including registration, dangerous and restricted dogs, and responsibilities for the control of cats.

 

NSW legislation dealing with fences, including liability for fencing work and the procedure to follow.

 
 

This looseleaf service has detailed information on topics including local government and environmental legislation, pollution, planning, heritage, and the Land and Environment Court.

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