Planning and Development Act 2005

In determining an application the Minister is not limited to planning considerations but may make the determination having regard to any other matter affecting the public interest.

When the Minister determines an application that determination has effect according to its tenor.

When an application is referred to the Minister under section 246(2)(b) the executive officer of the State Administrative Tribunal is to —

give a copy of the recommendations that accompanied the referral to each party within a reasonable time after the referral; and

make a copy of the recommendations available during office hours for inspection by any person without charge.

The Minister is to —

give to each party written reasons for the determination of the Minister on the application; and

as soon as is practicable, cause a copy of those reasons to be laid before each House of Parliament; and

upon payment of a fee determined in the manner prescribed by the regulations, supply a copy of those reasons to any other person.

The decision of the Minister is final.