A party seeking leave to appeal under s 57(4)(c) of the Land and Environment Court Act 1979 from a s 56A decision must demonstrate special features beyond the mere existence of a question of law. The limited geographic application of the relevant planning provision, the availability of authoritative appellate guidance, the thoroughness of the decision below, and economic hardship balanced against community interests were insufficient to warrant leave.
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