proposed to be located closer than the separation distances, one or more planning
investigations must be used to demonstrate that the expected impacts from these industry
zones have been adequately considered in the local context.
These changes should see an improvement in future land use planning matters. However, it
is important to note that these changes will only apply to new developments with all previously
approved planning decisions remaining effective.
To further facilitate community concern management over the proximity of the NIE to sensitive
land uses, communication to the wider community on issues of concern such as monitoring
results or information regarding incidents is encouraged.