If the major amendment is not withdrawn it must be recommended to the Minister for approval.
Within 5 working days of this, the recommended amendment will be provided by the Minister to the relevant Legislative Assembly standing committee. The committee may choose to undertake an inquiry on the recommended amendment. If this occurs, they may seek submissions from the public. They will also provide a report to the government with recommendations to respond to.
After receiving a report, the Minister may approve or refuse the recommended amendment. They can also send it back to the Authority for revision.
If approved by the Minister, it is presented to the Legislative Assembly. If a resolution rejecting the amendment has not been passed by the Legislative Assembly by the end of the fifth sitting day, the amendment will commence on a day set out in a commencement notice.
Once it commences, the amendment becomes a formal part of the Territory Plan. The changes will then be applied to development applications.
