Tag: Property Rights


  • Resource consent woes: West Auckland homeowners let down

    Resource consent woes: West Auckland homeowners let down

    Introduction: A new-build nightmare for West Auckland residents In a growing pattern across New Zealand, another group of West Auckland homeowners—ranging from young families to a single mother—are discovering that their newly built homes do not meet resource consent requirements. The revelation comes more than a year after the projects began, leaving families scrambling to…

  • Dansoman Land Dispute: Chief Warns Against Illegal Acquisition

    Dansoman Land Dispute: Chief Warns Against Illegal Acquisition

    Overview of the warning The Divisional Chief of Dansoman, Nii Kojo Danso II, has issued a public warning to prospective buyers and investors amid a volatile backdrop of chieftaincy and land disputes. The notice highlights the risks associated with illegal land acquisition in the Dansoman area and the nearby Panbros Salt Industries enclave in Accra.…

  • Court Rules: Emerging Seafront Plot Belongs to Government in Landmark Mombasa Ruling

    Court Rules: Emerging Seafront Plot Belongs to Government in Landmark Mombasa Ruling

    Overview of the Case A landmark decision in Kenya’s judiciary has settled a rare and highly controversial land dispute involving a parcel of seafront land that literally emerged from the ocean. The Court of Appeal in Mombasa ruled that the disputed plot should be vested in the government, effectively ending a long-running battle between two…

  • Going to Court Over Summer Paradise: Elisabeth Andreassen’s Story

    Going to Court Over Summer Paradise: Elisabeth Andreassen’s Story

    The Dream of Brønnøya In 1992, Elisabeth Andreassen, a 67-year-old singer and public figure, embarked on a journey to create her summer paradise on Brønnøya, a beautiful island in the Oslofjord, Asker municipality. This idyllic escape served as a backdrop to countless memories and cherished moments. However, what began as a dream is now unfolding…

  • Elisabeth Andreassen’s Legal Battle Over Summer Paradise

    Elisabeth Andreassen’s Legal Battle Over Summer Paradise

    The Backstory: A Summer Dream Turned Legal Battle What started as a simple summer dream for singer and entertainer Elisabeth Andreassen in 1992 has now escalated into a significant legal dispute. Andreassen purchased a charming vacation property on the picturesque island of Brønnøya in the Oslofjord, which is part of Asker municipality, Norway. The idyllic…

  • Legal Battle Over Summer Paradise in Brønnøya

    Legal Battle Over Summer Paradise in Brønnøya

    Introduction to the Summer Paradise What began as a dream vacation spot has turned into a legal confrontation. In 1992, Elisabeth Andreassen, a well-known figure in Norway, purchased a stunning holiday retreat on Brønnøya, a picturesque island in the Oslofjord. The idyllic setting was meant to be a haven, a place for relaxation and joy.…