This parliamentary question seeks clarification on the criteria used to differentiate between major and minor planning amendments in Western Australia. The Minister confirms the criteria haven't changed but are under review to improve transparency and communication with parliamentarians.

AnsweredQoN 602Legislative Assembly
Asked
28 November 2002
Portfolio
Planning and Infrastructure

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(1) What criteria are used in determining what constitutes major and minor amendments as far as planning is concerned?
(2) Have these criteria been changed since this Government came to power?
(3) Will the Minister table a copy of the criteria?

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Answered
25 February 2003
Responded by
Minister for Planning and Infrastructure
Response time
89 days
(2) No. However, the policy is currently being reviewed to provide for hearings on minor amendments and to ensure members of State Parliament are advised in writing of amendments proposed in their electorates. (3) Yes. The Commission's current Policy DC No. 1.9 will be tabled. See Paper No.
(3) Yes. The Commission's current Policy DC No. 1.9 will be tabled. See Paper No.

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