Agenda 18 January 2011 - King Island Council

(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
to provide for the fair, orderly and sustainable use and development of air, land
and water; and
Comment: The subject land is currently utilised for commercial purposes and
represents a logical and orderly use of the land for Commercial land uses for the
present and into the future. It would provide certainty for any potential transfer
of the lands into different ownership.
It is considered that the draft amendment will have no adverse affects on the
sustainable use of air or water.
to encourage public involvement in resource management and planning; and
Comment: The draft amendment will be exhibited in accordance with the
requirements of the Act and Land Use Planning and Approvals Regulations 1993.
to facilitate economic development in accordance with the objectives set out in
paragraphs (a), (b) and (c); and
Comment: The draft amendment will provide suitably zoned land for existing
commercial businesses that provide necessary goods and services to the general
community as well as providing a number of employment opportunities.
It needs to be noted that the rezoning of the land is not necessary for the
continuation of the existing businesses, however it would facilitate future
growth if such were proposed.
to promote the sharing of responsibility for resource management and planning
between the different spheres of Government, the community and industry in the
State.
Comment: Community input will be encouraged through the exhibition of the
draft amendment and public hearings, if required. The application is before
Council for consideration and if the recommendation is adopted, the State
planning department will be involved in further assessment of the proposal.
The objectives of the planning process established by LUPAA are listed below with
appropriate planning comment:
(a)
to require sound strategic planning and co-ordinated action by State and local
government;
Comment: The planning scheme and the King Island Strategy Plan both identify
Currie as the main commercial centre for the local government area, King Island. It is
recognised that commercially zoned land within the township is limited with no
greenfield sites available as an alternative location. It is of interest to note that the
commercially zoned land in Currie includes a number of established residences.
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