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John is a professional property development officer. He encourages Dane to buy a lot in a development in the hills overlooking the sea assuring Lee that within weeks he will get the subdivision approval, as he has been told by the chairman of the local council that the application was "a mere formality". Lee intends to build a guest house for local and foreign visitors who are interested in "faith based tourism". The administration of the local council changes and John's application is rejected. Lee seeks your advice about filing a lawsuit against John for misrepresentation.

Q: Will Dane be successful?