NSW Small Warehouse Without Approval from Council - Does It have Immunity?

[Pyroflamer]

Hi everyone,

I run a small shop in a local suburb and a competitor next door (called Z henceforth) has at the back of its lot a small warehouse which has been built without development approval. This warehouse has however existed for over ten years, before Z took up its lease.

I am wondering, does this lapse of ten years shield this illegally built warehouse with some sort of 'legal immunity' against an action or complaint to the council?

 

[Sophea]

Not sure about the 10 year immunity, but since it's not a dwelling the lack of approval may have no consequences.