by Don Palmer | Jul 29, 2014 | DAP
While the Expert panel appointed by the Deputy premier works through developing a new model for approving development in this state John Rau determined unilaterally some time back to take certain classes of development out of the hands of Councils.Not only has he...
by Don Palmer | Mar 2, 2014 | DAP, DPA 2
Following from my recent post regarding the upcoming Development Plan Amendment DPA2 I feel it prudent for you to understand who owns the Development Plan attributable to a given Council and the process behind how it evolves.Is it Council?Is it the State Government...
by Don Palmer | Feb 23, 2014 | DAP, DPA 2
Not just a statement, the heading above is also a question. Yes – When is the best time for people to influence planning for the built form in the area in which they live?Is the best time to challenge the planning relevant to your street? When your neighbour...
by Don Palmer | Feb 14, 2014 | DAP, DPA, Elections, planning
The Minister for Planning John Rau, the Shadow Minister Vicky Chapman and MLC Mark Parnell were interviewed by Mike Smithson of Channel 7 at a lunch hosted today by the LGA.The Mayor & I attended this luncheon to hear what each had to offer in the Planning arena...
by Don Palmer | Dec 10, 2013 | DAP
The Sate Government’s unsolicited removal of Council DAPs from developments 5 stories or more is being challenged.For those who aren’t aware the Minister for Planning Mr John Rau recently simply took away the powers of Councils to have developments 5...
by Don Palmer | Sep 30, 2013 | DAP
That is what Deputy Premier and Minister for Planning John Rau is saying about elected members and their ability to act responsibly on Development Assessment Panels (DAPs). Pre-empting the results before a review currently under way by an Expert Panel chaired by...
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