A State Policy:
- must seek to further the objectives of the Resource Managment and Planning System (RMPS) (set out in Schedule 1 of the Act)
- may be made only where there is, in the opinion of the Minister, a matter of state significance to be dealt with in the State Policy
- must seek to ensure that a consistent and coordinated approach is maintained throughout the State
- must incorporate the minimum amount of regulation necessary to achieve its objectives.
The Premier is the Minister responsible for State Policies.
