Unit of competency Outline
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Assess minor applications for use or development
Assess minor applications for use or development
Unit of competency
National Code
LGAPLEM402B
LGAPLEM402B
State Code
C3703
C3703
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/09/2006
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
13/09/2006
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers assessing minor applications in regard to compliance and environmental impact.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Conduct pre-application interview with potential/ prospective applicants
- 1.1 Arrangements are made for meeting to discuss minor application .
- 1.2 Potential/prospective applicants are informed of timing, purpose and format of meeting.
- 1.3 Pre-application meeting is conducted in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.
- 1.4 Information is collected and documented in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
- 1.5 Potential/prospective applicants' rights and responsibilities are explained and observed in accordance with organisational policy.
2 Assess application and notify affected parties
- 2.1 Application is assessed in accordance with statutory and local requirements.
- 2.2 Affected parties are identified and notified in a manner and within time lines prescribed by statutory and council requirements.
3 Refer application for comment
- 3.1 Referrals are made in accordance with statutory and council requirements.
- 3.2 Relevant copies of application documentation are forwarded to appropriate authorities within prescribed time frames.
- 3.3 Appropriate non-statutory referrals are made.
4 Assess application for compliance with relevant statutory controls and policies
- 4.1 Site is inspected to ascertain site conditions and impact on the adjoining properties and neighbourhood.
- 4.2 Application is assessed against relevant planning provisions and principles of neighbourhood design to determine level of compliance.
- 4.3 Responses from referral authorities are reviewed to determine level of compliance with authority's requirements.
- 4.4 All written submissions are considered to ensure all issues have been taken into account.
- 4.5 Negotiations are held with applicant to seek satisfactory resolution of proposed amendments.
- 4.6 Achievable and equitable conditions of approval are formulated in a clear and concise manner.
- 4.7 Justifiable grounds of refusal are formulated in a clear and concise manner.
5 Notify relevant parties of council authority determination
- 5.1 Relevant parties are notified of local authority determination within statutory time limits.
- 5.2 All actions taken are recorded promptly and accurately.
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Arrangements may include:
format
structure and procedures
venue and equipment
type of interview and evidentiary purposes
record keeping
personnel involved
Minor applications may include:
subdivisions of buildings or land
temporary or permanent structures
changes of use
Conduct of the interview may include:
rights of applicant
representation of applicant
questioning techniques
types of questions
record keeping
personal conduct
problem-solving skills
Applicants' rights and responsibilities may include:
right of appeal
confidentiality
Affected parties may include:
neighbourhood residents
adjoining property owners
Impacts may include:
health and safety issues
contaminated soil
access and egress
social, environmental and physical
traffic
shadowing
overlooking
vegetation
water quality
economic urban design
Arrangements may include:
format
structure and procedures
venue and equipment
type of interview and evidentiary purposes
record keeping
personnel involved
Minor applications may include:
subdivisions of buildings or land
temporary or permanent structures
changes of use
Conduct of the interview may include:
rights of applicant
representation of applicant
questioning techniques
types of questions
record keeping
personal conduct
problem-solving skills
Applicants' rights and responsibilities may include:
right of appeal
confidentiality
Affected parties may include:
neighbourhood residents
adjoining property owners
Impacts may include:
health and safety issues
contaminated soil
access and egress
social, environmental and physical
traffic
shadowing
overlooking
vegetation
water quality
economic urban design
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
This unit requires demonstration of the ability to:
conduct pre-assessment interviews with potential/prospective applicants
assess applications and notify affected parties in accordance with statutory and council requirements
refer the application to relevant statutory and non-statutory parties for comment
assess the application for compliance with relevant statutory controls and policies
negotiate amendments with the applicant
notify parties in accordance with statutory and council requirements
Context of assessment
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the context of the local government framework. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria applicable to the workplace environment, within the scope of the Range Statement.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated management environments.
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case study that encompasses such resources as:
relevant legislation
examples of council policies and codes
real or simulated sites
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
This unit requires demonstration of the ability to:
conduct pre-assessment interviews with potential/prospective applicants
assess applications and notify affected parties in accordance with statutory and council requirements
refer the application to relevant statutory and non-statutory parties for comment
assess the application for compliance with relevant statutory controls and policies
negotiate amendments with the applicant
notify parties in accordance with statutory and council requirements
Context of assessment
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the context of the local government framework. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria applicable to the workplace environment, within the scope of the Range Statement.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated management environments.
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case study that encompasses such resources as:
relevant legislation
examples of council policies and codes
real or simulated sites
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C1974 | LGAPLEM402A | Assess minor applications for use or development | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C760 | LGA40704 | Certificate IV in Local Government (Planning) | Qualification |
| D349 | LGA40708 | Certificate IV in Local Government (Planning) | Qualification |