Northern Limestone Coast Regional Assessment Panel
Following the launch of the new planning system in rural areas under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 (PDI Act), the Naracoorte Lucindale Council, Tatiara District Council and Kingston District Council have constituted the Northern Limestone Coast Regional Assessment Panel (RAP).
Operating under the new planning system and the PDI Act, the RAP is responsible for assessing a range of development applications in the areas of the member councils.
The Northern Limestone Coast RAP replaces the Council Assessment Panel for each Council and will enable a more consistent approach to planning across the three Council areas, as well as creating opportunities for resource sharing and providing greater efficiency in the assessment process for planning applications.
The South Australian Government Gazette Notice from 20 August 2020 on the establishment of the Northern Limestone Coast Regional Assessment Panel, can be viewed here.
CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR INDEPENDENT MEMBERS
Expressions of interest are sought from people who have the qualifications and an interest in joining the Northern Limestone Coast Regional Assessment Panel (NLCRAP) constituted by the Naracoorte Lucindale Council, Tatiara District Council and Kingston District Council.
The role of the NLCRAP is to make decisions on more complex developments as defined in the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and on those matters which may be prescribed by regulations. The NLCRAP’s role is limited to powers that are given to the Panel through the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016.
There are two positions available for people who are accredited professionals – planning level 2 under PlanSA’s Accredited Professionals Scheme:
- Independent Member x 1
- Independent Presiding Member x 1
The initial term of office will be 2 years, panel members will also be eligible for reappointment at the expiration of the term. A member must continue to be an accredited professional while holding office. Information on the Accredited Professionals Scheme is available at www.plansa.gov.au
The NLCRAP also includes one elected member from one of the Councils.
Other conditions of appointment are set out in section 84 of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016. Expressions of interest must include Certificate of Accreditation, resume and cover letter. As the Presiding Member’s role is to chair formal meetings, expressions of interest for this position should outline experience in chairing formal meetings and knowledge of the operation and requirements of the Act.
More information on the Panel is available on each Council’s website or by contacting the NLCRAP Assessment Manager Rocky Callisto on 87521044 or 0418832588. Expressions of interest should be provided by post or email by 5.00pm, 1st March 2024 to Naracoorte Lucindale Council, PO Box 555, Naracoorte SA 5271 or council@nlc.sa.gov.au.