TUD+ Member Webinar

Shifting Liability: Developers, PDAs, Insolvencies and The ATO

Thursday, May 28 2026

Date

Thursday, May 28 2026

Time

12:00 PM – 12:45 PM AEST

About this event

Understand how shifting ATO scrutiny is reshaping developer risk.

Heightened scrutiny from the Australian Taxation Office is placing property development agreements (PDAs) and deal structures under increased pressure.

As enforcement activity intensifies, developers, landowners and capital partners are being forced to reassess how risk is allocated—particularly in the context of insolvencies and evolving tax interpretations.

In this member-only webinar, The Urban Developer will unpack the implications of the ATO’s crackdown on PDAs and what it means for structuring, compliance and long-term project viability.

The session will focus on managing exposure, navigating ATO engagement and understanding where liability is shifting across development agreements.

The discussion will explore practical considerations for mitigating risk, responding to increased oversight and maintaining alignment between stakeholders in a more complex regulatory environment.

Ivan Colhoun

Chief Economist | CreditorWatch

Ivan is a highly experienced chief economist and keynote speaker on the economy and key issues impacting Australian businesses.

Prior to becoming CreditorWatch Chief Economist in September 2024, he was Chief Economist, Corporate & Institutional Banking for National Australia Bank. He has also been Chief Economist for Qantas and Chief Economist (Australia) for ANZ and Deutsche Bank. Ivan has also consulted to SEEK, IATA and Virgin Australia.

James Hoeft

Director | M+H Private

James Hoeft is a highly experienced business advisor and tax specialist with over 20 years across accounting, commercial and advisory roles. With a strong passion for property and construction, he helps private clients and developers maximise financial opportunities through strategic advice, technology and practical solutions.

What you'll learn

  • How the ATO is approaching property development agreements and why scrutiny is increasing
  • Where liability is shifting between developers, landowners and capital partners
  • The implications of insolvency scenarios on tax exposure and deal structures
  • Key risks in current PDA models and how they are being addressed
  • Practical approaches to managing ATO engagement and compliance obligations
  • Considerations for structuring future development agreements

Who should attend

Property developers and development managers

Landowners entering or negotiating development agreements

Lawyers and tax advisors working across property transactions

Capital partners, funders and joint venture participants

Insolvency and restructuring professionals

Real estate professionals involved in deal structuring