Image from Google Jackets

Council liable over advice

Language: English Series: Times ; 27 March 1997, 36(1)Publication details: 1997Subject(s): Summary: "Lambert v West Devon BC" QBD 12 February 1997. A local authority was liable for negligent advice after a building control officer told the plaintiff to proceed with building works even though the plaintiff`s application to amend an existing planning permission had not yet been determined by the relevant planning authority. Judgment for plaintiff.

"Lambert v West Devon BC" QBD 12 February 1997. A local authority was liable for negligent advice after a building control officer told the plaintiff to proceed with building works even though the plaintiff`s application to amend an existing planning permission had not yet been determined by the relevant planning authority. Judgment for plaintiff.