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We have a low, boggy area on our farm that floods sometimes, and we want to drain and fill it to make it usable for grazing. A neighbour mentioned that wetlands are strictly protected these days. Is that true, and could we be fined for doing this work?
We have received a notice that a decision on our resource consent has been appealed to the Environment Court. We have never been involved in anything like this. What is the court, how does it work and do we need a lawyer?
The council sent me a notice saying that a tree in my garden is a hazard and must be removed. I love the tree and I think it is healthy. Can they force me, and can I challenge it? I want to make sure I am not missing anything important before I decide what to do.
We received a letter from a government agency saying that part of our property may be needed for a new road. We do not want to sell and are worried about the compensation. What are our rights? I would like to know what steps I should take next to protect myself.
While buying a rural property we discovered that it was once used to store agricultural chemicals and the soil may be contaminated. The seller says it is our problem after settlement. Who is legally responsible for cleanup and what should we do before proceeding?
We have been collecting shellfish and fishing on the coast, and a stranger said I was over the limit and that rules vary by area. I do not want to get in trouble. What rules should I check and what happens if I breach them?
A spill from our business site went into a stormwater drain and reached a nearby stream. We cleaned it up, but the council has started an investigation. How serious is this, and what penalties are possible?
The property next to ours runs a business that regularly sends dust and strong-smelling smoke over our house. We cannot open our windows and my child’s asthma has worsened. We have asked politely, but nothing changes. Who can we complain to?
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