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Fast-track Approvals Bill

Fast-track approval approvals process for eligible projects - Process for panel consideration of substantive application - Substantive applications

24CA: Consultation requirement for Part A listed project

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“You must talk to certain people before asking permission for a big project”

Before you can submit a big application for a Part A listed project, you need to talk to certain people and groups. The law says you must consult with the same people and groups mentioned in section 16. This rule applies to the person who is allowed to handle the project. It’s important to have these conversations before you send in your application.

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Environment and resources > Town planning

Government and voting > Local councils

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Part 2 Fast-track approval approvals process for eligible projects
Process for panel consideration of substantive application: Substantive applications

24CAConsultation requirement for Part A listed project

Before lodging a substantive application for a Part A listed project, the authorised person for the project must consult the persons and groups referred to in section 16 .