Public exhibition process

Dependent on the type of proposed development, its size or location, the consent authority may place the proposal on public exhibition. This process enables neighbouring landowners and other interested members of the community to view the application information and make a submission on the proposal, where appropriate. The time a proposed development is on public exhibition can vary depending on the consent authority’s policy or a legislated timeframe and may be extended by the consent authority if necessary.

The consent authority will consider any submissions made to the proposed development. The consent authority will determine whether the issues raised in submissions are relevant to the proposed development and the action needed in response to those submissions. The applicant will need to work closely with the consent authority to understand the issues being raised and the information required to address those concerns.