Marine Farming Planning Act 1995

Notwithstanding section 33, the Panel may at any time decide that an amendment to a marine farming development plan is desirable – in response to a request from the planning authority; or in response to a request from the Director, EPA in relation to finfish farming; or of its own motion; or at the request of the Minister.

On making a decision under subsection (1), the Panel may direct the planning authority, in writing, to prepare the draft amendment.

However, if subsection (1)(a) or (b) applies, the direction may be given only with the Minister's prior approval.