The Tasmanian Government has released draft legislation for consultation to remove uncertainties around coastal infrastructure.
Minister for Parks and Environment, Nick Duigan said the changes follow advice in March regarding the application of the Tasmanian State Coastal Policy.
“The interpretation of the Policy could potentially impact on existing coastal infrastructure, including boardwalks through the dunes, fencing, lookouts, boat launching facilities, bridges, and jetties,” Minister Duigan said.
“It has also impacted on the approval given to the Robbins Island windfarm which needs clarification.”
The draft Bill seeks to validate previous permits issued for coastal infrastructure under the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 (LUPAA) from 25 February 2009 until the date of the commencement of the proposed legislation.
It also ensures that no action can be taken against individuals or organisations that have acted in line with permits issued under LUPAA.
The draft legislation is available at https://www.dpac.tas.gov.au/divisions/policy/state_policies/validation-state-coastal-policy-act-2024
Submissions on the draft Bill can be forwarded to stateplanning@dpac.tas.gov.au by 5pm on Thursday 1, August 2024.
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