Council Eases Path for Development Applications
The Planning Institute of Australia has confirmed there is a “critical national shortage” of town planners impacting on Councils across the country, but Gunnedah Shire Council says lodgement of comprehensive and accurate applications ensures the process runs as smoothly as possible.
Gunnedah Shire Council Manager Development Assessment Wade Hudson said in the 2023-24 financial year, Council approved close to 150 development applications worth more than $31 million.
“Local government authorities across Australia are well aware there is a shortage of town planners that can lead to delays in approvals,” Mr Hudson said.
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