All planning decisions and lower order policies and plans must be consistent with the State Policies. Where there is an inconsistency, the State Policies override.
They are implemented through the State's planning, development and regulatory systems, by informing the draft Tasmanian Planning Policies (TPPs), the Regional Land Use Strategies (RLUSs) and the Tasmanian Planning Scheme (TPS). These documents must be consistent with State Policies.
How they change
When and why change occurs
A State Policy can be made at any time. They must be reviewed every five years.
Responsible authority
The Premier is the Minister responsible for State Policies.
The Premier is supported by the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
Who else is involved?
Any Government Department or agency whose responsibilities includes the subject matter of the State Policy, for example, the Environment Protection Authority.
Is there an opportunity for public comment?
Yes. The Act says that the Tasmanian Planning Commission must advertise a draft State Policy for eight weeks.
Timeframes
They must be reviewed every five years.
Basic process
The process must follow the steps outlined in Part 2 of the State Policies and Projects Act 1993.
The Tasmanian Planning Commission must consider all representations received during the consultation period, and a prepare a report for the Minister. The report is also publicly available, but is not for comment.
Both Houses of Parliament must approve a State Policy within ten days of the next sitting period.
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Department of Premier and Cabinet (dpac.tas.gov.au)
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