Your Expert in Planning and Environment Law
Ben Salon as a commercially focused lawyer specialising in planning, environment, and property law, offering practical real-world solutions for his clients
Ben Salon
Planning and environment lawyer
Ben Salon
Planning and environment lawyer
Key AREAS
The key areas of expertise include
We assist clients as a trusted advisor, assisting in making informed strategic decisions, navigating risks, and achieving practical outcomes, especially in complex and novel planning situations.
The service is known for combining legal expertise with real-world commercial experience and a technical background in building and manufacturing industries.
Development applications and modifications of development consents (pre and post determination) including State Significant Development (SSD)
Applications to vary development standards such as building height, floor space ratio and lot size (clause 4.6 variations)
Legal advice on the rezoning of land and Planning Proposals
Valuation of land for land tax, rating and compulsory acquisition purposes
Easements required for, or impacting on, the development and use of land
Our planning and environment expertise also includes
Advising on legal strategies to achieve the most beneficial development and use of land, including residential, commercial and industrial developments.
Ensuring procedural fairness and equitable processes in the making of environmental, planning and other local government decisions.
Advising on Compulsory Land Acquisition and Land Tax Assessments, aiming for optimal acquisition compensation and minimised land tax assessments.
Assessing and challenging/defending validity of Development Approvals and Environmental Planning Instruments.
Legal Representation and Dispute Resolution in the Land and Environment Court (Class 1, 3, and 4), Supreme Court, and NCAT.
Advising on the implications and strategies for the development and use of heritage items, including on land subject to Interim Heritage Orders.
Challenging Council and other Development Control Orders (DCOs).
Crafting and negotiating Voluntary Planning Agreements (VPAs).
Advising on the implementation of Strata Renewal Plans.
Appearing at Planning Panel and Independent Planning Commission (IPC) hearings.
Projects
Some projects Ben Salon has been involved in.
2023, Greater Newcastle NSW
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Development Application for 5 storey 108 dwelling mixed use commercial/residential building, including clause 4.6 request to vary maximum building height development standard
2023, Western Sydney NSW
Position
Act of Grace payment under Government Sector Finance Act
2023, Lower North Shore of Sydney NSW
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Challenge to validity of development consent for conversion of existing building from commercial to residential
2023, Eastern suburbs of Sydney NSW
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Modification of Development Consent for residential flat building on constrained site with steetscape and setback issues
2023, Lower North Shore of Sydney NSW
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Development Application for 3 level 16 dwelling residential flat building, including clause 4.6 variation request to vary maximum building height development standard and heritage issues
2023, Eastern Suburbs of Sydney NSW
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Responding to Council Notice to Furnish Documents and Information under Environmental Planning and Assessment Act
2023, Hunter region NSW
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Objection to Development Control Order on Mining Camp
2023, Inner-city Sydney NSW
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Redevelopment of Site by way of Strata Renewal Plan
2023, Lower North Shore of Sydney NSW
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Challenge to Ministerial Interim Heritage Order
2023, Lower North Shore of Sydney NSW
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Objection to application of amended Development Control Plan parking rates under condition of rezoning Gateway Determination
2023, South-west Sydney NSW
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Objection to quantum of development contributions payable under development consent
Ziv Ben-Arie
Ziv Ben-Arie, principal of ZBA Lawyers, brings over 20 years of experience in property, construction, and commercial law. He advises individuals and businesses across residential, strata, commercial, and industrial matters covering all development stages.
His expertise spans SOPA claims, debt recovery, shareholder disputes, caveats, easements, contamination, and strata issues. Ziv also provides specialist advice in building and construction, risk allocation, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution, with a strong focus on practical, commercially minded outcomes.
Ben Salon
Based in Sydney and practicing at ZBA Lawyers, I act and advise on the planning and environment law aspects of development projects across NSW including houses, semis, dual-occupancies, residential flat buildings, housing for seniors, boarding houses and heritage properties.
Justin K. Rickard
Justin Rickard has practised exclusively in Australian migration law for close to four decades. He works with individuals, families, and employers to navigate the visa system, offering clear pathways through an often complex process.
His practice covers family migration, skilled worker programs, employer sponsorships, and the resolution of complex visa or residency matters. Justin is known for his ability to cut through uncertainty with practical strategies and straightforward advice. Based in regional New South Wales, he also partners with local employers and communities seeking skilled migrants, supporting growth and long-term settlement outcomes.
Get in touch
For expert guidance on your development project’s planning and environmental law needs, reach out to us at ZBA Lawyers. Contact us today to ensure your property ventures in NSW are compliant and successfully managed.