Terms & Conditions
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the so it is service ("Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
so it is provides notification services for Development Applications (DAs) submitted to local councils in Australia. We monitor public DA records and notify users when applications are lodged within their specified radius.
3. User Registration and Account
To use the Service, you must provide:
- A valid address for monitoring
- A preferred contact method (SMS, phone, or email)
- Valid contact details for receiving notifications
You are responsible for maintaining the accuracy of your information and securing your account details.
4. Service Provision
4.1 Alert Delivery
We will make reasonable efforts to deliver DA alerts within your specified radius. However, we do not guarantee:
- Immediate delivery of all DA notifications
- 100% accuracy of all council data
- Uninterrupted service availability
4.2 Data Sources
Our service relies on publicly available council records. We are not responsible for errors or omissions in the source data provided by local councils.
5. User Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Provide accurate and current information
- Use the Service for lawful purposes only
- Not attempt to disrupt or interfere with the Service
- Not use the Service to harass, abuse, or harm others
- Verify critical information directly with relevant authorities
6. Limitations of Liability
SO IT IS CO PTY LTD and its directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for:
- Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Loss of profits, data, or use of the Service
- Damages resulting from delayed, missed, or inaccurate notifications
- Actions taken or not taken based on information provided by the Service
Our total liability to you for any claim arising from or related to the Service shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the Service in the preceding 12 months.
7. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of the Service is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
8. Intellectual Property
All content, features, and functionality of the Service are owned by SO IT IS CO PTY LTD and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
9. Modification of Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
10. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for any breach of these Terms. You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us.
11. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Australia. Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Australia.
12. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
SO IT IS CO PTY LTD
Email: legal@soitis.com.au
13. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.
14. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and SO IT IS CO PTY LTD regarding the use of the Service.