Quebec Environmental Law : Overview of Key Developments to Follow in 2023
Jan 6, 2023Environmental law has experienced a strong momentum in recent years and we expect that 2023 will be no exception. This short article presents some of the key developments to follow in this area in Quebec.
Developer Wins Case Against a Montreal Borough After it Refuses to Issue a Construction Permit in the Context of a Site Planning and Architectural Integration Program (SPAIP)
Dec 7, 2022This bulletin discusses a recent decision in which the court found in favour of a developer who sued a borough in connection with an urban planning matter.
University Property Development Trusts: How They Work and Points to Consider
Nov 29, 2022This Bulletin provides key takeaways for universities, developers and lenders looking to get involved in a university trust for property development purposes
New Restrictions on Selling Land: An Overview of the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act
Nov 28, 2022On January 1, 2023, the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act will come into force.
Bill 23 Update: Revisions Proposed to Bill 23 Following Lengthy Second Reading
Nov 24, 2022Ontario's most talked about piece of legislation, Bill 23, received some revisions from the Standing Committee prior to Third Reading.
Bill 39: The Province’s Newest Addition to the Tool Belt for Combating the Housing Crisis
Nov 17, 2022In the latest move to address Ontario's housing crisis, the provincial government has proposed further changes to three key pieces of planning legislation.
Bill 23: The More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022, and the Proposed Amendments to the Greenbelt Plan and Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan
Nov 16, 2022Ontario's Provincial Government has proposed sweeping amendments to several Acts, Regulations, the Greenbelt Plan and the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan.
Montréal’s Sud-Ouest borough will start imposing a climate resilience factor for certain construction projects
Nov 9, 2022This bulletin provides an overview of recent Sud-Ouest borough by-law amendments aimed at fighting climate change.
A Zoning Amendment For Environmental Protection May Result In Disguised Expropriation
Oct 31, 2022This article summarizes a recent decision regarding disguised expropriation arising from conservation rezoning.
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