1. For the reasons given above, the decision of the responsible authority is set aside. The permit is extended and will expire if the development is not commenced by 5 August 2027.

[1] The submissions of the parties, any supporting exhibits given at the hearing and the statements of grounds filed have all been considered in the determination of the proceeding. In accordance with the practice of the Tribunal, not all of this material will be cited or referred to in these reasons.

[2] [1997] VicSC 167;