What is the issue?
An earlier draft contained a provision allowing development that was permissible immediately before the new LEP commenced to continue to be permissible for two years. That continuation provision was removed from the exhibited version.
Why does WUFA disagree?
A transition period would give affected landowners a fair opportunity to respond to major changes in zoning and permissibility, particularly where they have already invested in plans or investigations.
Key points
- The earlier draft recognised the need for a transition.
- The exhibited draft removes that protection.
- The changes are substantial and affect long-standing expectations.
- A two-year period is a measured transitional arrangement.
WUFA recommendation
Reinstate the two-year continuation-of-permitted-development provision for the deferred lands.