Rainbow Shores P/L v. Gympie Regional Council and Others

Summary:

Applicant appealed denial of a planning permit for a proposed integrated resort and residential community. The proposal was challenged on a number of grounds including concerns about erosion and storm surges. The Australia state court dismissed the appeal, finding that the proposal did not adequately address the site’s increased vulnerability to erosion and storm surges as a result of sea level rise.

At Issue: Appeal of denial of planning permit