The Planning Process Guide identifies key touch points, which, when considered and embraced by those promoting waste infrastructure projects, should result in a smoother and more constructive engagement with the planning process. It is not meant to be a comprehensive summary or guide to planning policy and procedure, but it is intended to assist and guide authorities with a view to helping ensure that there is positive engagement with the planning process.
The guide identifies when and where promoters should become involved with the development plan process, the need for effective project management which allows for early engagement with both the plan-making and development control processes, key stakeholders and their roles in the process, and the need for early and effective community engagement in all aspects of the planning process.