Title:
RES Southern Cross v. Minister for Planning
Party:
Australia
Region:
Asia and the Pacific
Data source:
Sabin Center
Court name:
Land and Environment Court
Seat of court:
New South Wales
Reference number:
[2008] NSWELC 1333
Abstract:
A number of individuals and a community association objected to RES Southern Cross’s application to modify a proposed wind farm by raising turbines and installing aviation safety lighting. The challengers expressed concern over noise, visual impacts, biodiversity impacts, etc. In dismissing the challenge, the court asserted that the development was in the public interest due to the risks of climate change.
Key environmental legal questions:
Challenge permit approval allowing modification of proposed wind farm
Notes:
Suits against governments; Renewable projects; Environmental assessment and permitting