Page 2814 - Week 13 - Wednesday, 22 November 1989
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Maybe some of those who are concerned about the possibility of increasing density in their suburbs would also have to be concerned about the potential for an even denser redevelopment using the policies relating to the aged persons guidelines in conjunction with the land titles ordinance. The concerns expressed about the dual occupancy planning policy are legitimate. That is why this change we propose will have to be related to defined planning directions and policies to avoid a possible free-for-all. That is why it is very important that the sorts of concerns that are expressed about the dual occupancy matters should be required to be made as part of policies, plans and development procedures that are to be adopted in conjunction with this matter. It is for this reason that the Rally has put this amendment forward now to allow consultation to take place.
The Rally is very keen to hear from all interested parties to this debate and will take note of any concerns or comment made on this proposal. So while the Deputy Chief Minister may think that this amendment is minor - and I understand he has made those comments - let me assure him that there is more to it than meets initial cursory examination. The proposal fulfils a promise made by the Rally during the election campaign and at various times during the debate on urban consolidation.
I present the explanatory memorandum to this Bill.
Debate (on motion by Ms Follett) adjourned.
PROPOSED ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL
Debate resumed from 15 November, on motion by Mr Moore:
That -
(1) the Government take immediate steps to investigate the most appropriate mechanisms for establishing an Environmental Advisory Council;
(2) the Environmental Advisory Council be established, whether under an enactment or according to administrative arrangements, as soon as possible and that the Council -
(a) be responsible for investigating individual industrial, commercial or other development proposals, whether those proposals involve investment by the private sector, governments or both; and for reporting on all aspects of the environmental impact of development proposals (including the effects on flora, fauna, landscape, people and the quality and comfort of their lives);
(b) be appointed by and be responsible to the Minister responsible for the
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