Bouba Received Special Permission Under the Radio and Satellite Signal

Essay

Bouba received special permission under the Radio and Satellite Signal Reception Act to erect a radio beacon on his property.The statute specified a number of technical requirements,but it did not impose requirements or restrictions regarding the height,shape,size,or location of the beacon.Bouba built a very tall beacon at the edge of his property,about 10 metres from a house that belonged to Virginia on the neighbouring piece of land.That beacon toppled over during a snowstorm and crashed through Virginia's roof.She has sued Bouba for the tort of nuisance.He argues,however,that he is protected by the defence of statutory authority.Is he correct? Explain your answer.