Assessor Resource

LGALAND403A
Assess applications for the use of land in council care, control and management

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in councils of all sizes. Knowledge of the legislation and regulations within which councils must operate is essential. The unique nature of councils, as a tier of government directed by elected members and reflecting the needs of local communities, must be appropriately reflected.

This unit covers assessing applications for the short-term use of land being cared for, controlled and managed by council. The unit looks at the stages of assessing applications and includes the processing of applications, referral of applications to other agencies and the notification of outcomes.

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Prerequisites

Prerequisite Unit/s

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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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

The demonstrated ability to:

process applications to ensure compliance with the relevant management plan and/or other statutory requirements

maintain accurate record-keeping systems

refer applications to relevant agencies and other council officers

conduct a site inspection and document the outcome

communicate effectively with affected parties

assess the application, provide the appropriate documentation including a rationale for submission to council or delegate, and notify relevant parties of the decision.

Context of assessment

Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, with particular attention to the critical aspects of evidence and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope of the Range Statement.

Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.

Assessment of the performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit.

Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)

To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.

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 collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations.

Resource implications

The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit

Required Skills

interpretation of documentation

strategies for different audiences

negotiation and mediation

interpersonal

analytical

site evaluation.

Required Knowledge

relevant provisions of planning and associated legislation

land use development and applications

relevant council policies and practices

environmental policies and practices

community preferences and expectations

council code of conduct and ethics.

Hidden text

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.

Applications may relate to:

licences or leases

temporary or permanent structures

changes of use.

Affected parties may include:

neighbourhood residents

adjoining property owners

other lessees.

Referrals may include:

state government agencies

other lessees.

Impact on adjoining properties and neighbourhood may include:

health and safety issues

contaminated soil

access and egress

social, environmental or physical

traffic

shadowing

overlooking

vegetation

water quality

economic

urban design.

Hidden text

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Application is checked for compliance with relevant land management plan and other statutory requirements. 
Details of application are accurately recorded and appropriate file is created. 
Affected parties are identified and notified in accordance with council and statutory requirements. 
Referrals are made to other agencies and council officers in accordance with council's land management plan and other statutory requirements. 
Copies of relevant documents are forwarded to affected parties. 
Site inspection is undertaken to ascertain site conditions and likely impact on adjoining properties and neighbourhood. 
Application is assessed for compliance with relevant council management plan and other statutory controls and policies. 
Feedback from referrals is considered. 
Written submissions from the public are considered. 
The applicant is notified in writing of any objections. 
Conditions are negotiated with applicants as required. 
Appropriate documentation is prepared for submission to council or delegate for approval of the application. 
The terms and conditions of approval are documented. 
If application is refused, justifiable reasons are clearly documented. 
Applicant is notified in writing of council's decision, including any conditions. 
Other relevant stakeholders are notified in writing of council's decision. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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