What happens next?

Once a submission is made to the VPA, you will first receive a notice to acknowledge it has been received.

After the consultation period ends, the project team will review all submissions received. As part of this process, the project team may contact submitters as required to further discuss their submission and any changes sought.

If required, draft Amendment GC295 may be subject to the VPA Projects Standing Advisory Committee (SAC). The SAC has been established to provide independent advice on draft planning scheme amendments to the VPA and the Minister for Planning.

While the VPA will seek to resolve issues raised by submitters, following the public consultation process, the Minister for Planning will be advised of the outcomes and provided with options to resolve submissions, including, but not limited to, referral to the SAC. If so, submitters will be contacted regarding next steps, process, and timing.