Planning Law

Bill 139, the Building Better Communities and Conserving Watersheds Act, 2017, is in force as of April 3, 2018.

The 2019 Edition offers expert commentary outlining key features of the legislation, the new planning appeals system and related transition provisions. Plus, it includes text of the updated Planning Act, Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Act, 2017, and Regulations, provincial policy statement and provincial plans.

Provides those involved in the land use planning process in B.C. with a "how-to" manual for land use regulation.

The Maritime title covers both the general issues of maritime law and the more specific issues while the Municipal title provides a comprehensive overview of the different municipal regimes that exist throughout Canada.

This volume provides practitioners with a thoughtful and thorough explanation of this important area of law. Written by one of Canada's most respected land use practitioners, this national work clearly organizes and presents the black letter law and explains the nuanced framework that governs land use and development across Canada.

Authored by a pair of experts in municipal and planning law, this valuable volume thoroughly covers every aspect of these practice areas.

Ontario Planning Law and Practice is a one-stop resource on the province's land use planning process. It outlines all aspects of land development approvals, including the constitutional framework, provincial and municipal responsibilities, official plans, zoning by-laws, and much more.

This "one of a kind" text takes the reader through each stage of the tribunal hearing process from the point where a proceeding is started, to the final decision issued by the tribunal.

This practical, easy-to-follow guide offers valuable insight into the art and law of negotiating contracts, and provides an overview of the relevant legal principles and cases, as well as tactics, tips, strategies and many illustrative examples.

Author Sara Blake explains the latest developments relating to the powers and procedures of the many and varied public officials, boards and agencies that exercise statutory authority.

The Expropriation title is a reference for those representing land owners facing possible expropriation and expropriating authorities seeking to acquire land. The Extradition and Mutual Legal Assistance title untangles the web of extradition regime and provides a guide to balancing rights and obligations in dealing with extradition requests.