What the Act defines
(1) The four development types (MCU, RoL, OPW, BW). (2) Two assessment levels (Code Assessable, Impact Assessable). (3) Public notification requirements (15 business days for Impact Assessable). (4) Statutory assessment timelines (35 business days standard). (5) Information Request mechanism. (6) Appeal rights (Planning and Environment Court). (7) Infrastructure charges framework. (8) State Planning Policy interface.
The State Planning Policy
Sits above council planning schemes and articulates state-wide policy on housing supply, agricultural land protection, water resources, mining and extractive industries, transport, heritage, and natural hazards. Council schemes must be consistent with the SPP.
FAQ
Common questions.
- Can a council override the Planning Act?
- No. Council planning schemes implement the Act locally but can't contradict it. Where a council scheme is inconsistent with the Act, the Act prevails.
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