Ten proposals have been submitted by the Commissioner for Environment and Planning on amendments to the Environment and Planning Review Tribunal Act and the Development Planning Act, relating to appeal cases.

The Commissioner for Environment and Planning in the Office of the Ombudsman, Perit Alan Saliba, has submitted ten proposals, which he said are aimed to address the automatic suspension of development permissions during third-party appeals.

In his introduction, the Commissioner highlighted the need to address development proposal implementation, especially during third-party appeals.

He stressed that this is to safeguard also the interests of property buyers, financial institutions, and regulatory authorities.

He also touched upon the implications of the current Planning Authority’s electronic representation procedures and the need for proper regulations.

The Commissioner said that “insights from cases investigated by the Office of the Ombudsman informed these proposals, ensuring that the implementation of works during third-party appeals is addressed adequately.”

The Commissioner stated, “it’s essential that our planning processes remain clear and relevant to the digital age. These proposals aim to provide a balanced approach for developers, buyers, and authorities.”

The proposals can be read in full by clicking here.

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