[no bill text published] Minimum submission periods for development applications with limited public notice
Lands, Planning and Environment Legislation Amendment Bill 2025
Assembly
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
The Planning Act 1999 now sets minimum submission periods for development applications that require little or no public notice.
The Minister can declare adopted building codes and standards by Gazette notice.
Heritage notices for places or objects no longer need to be published in local newspapers.
Consent authorities can issue written alteration permits if specific Planning Act conditions are met.
Lessees or former lessees can object to the reappraisal or forfeiture of a lease if they are notified.
Certificate holders can seek a review if the Swimming Pool Safety Authority refuses to vary a compliance certificate.
The Water Act Controller must renew a water licence or permit if circumstances have not materially changed.
The Water Act Controller must refuse water licence applications that do not meet specific requirements.