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

Required Skills

reading analysing and interpreting a range of information relevant to jobrole which may include plans and legislation

assessing minor planning applications

communicating and liaising with professional practitioners and consultants

demonstrating clear verbal and written communication and consultation with the community and stakeholders

achieving effective working relationships that demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds

problem solving negotiation and conflict management

monitoring own work and adjusting to meet agreed standards and expectations

engaging in activities that promote own ongoing learning requirements which may include maintaining current knowledge of legislation and common law

using technology relevant to the jobrole which may include the use of computers and other relevant office technology

record keeping

negotiation and conflict resolution with individuals and groups

performing relevant calculations

writing reports

Required Knowledge

relevant council procedures and protocols

relevant environmental legislation and practices

relevant planning schemes

building Acts and regulations

relevant Australian standards and building codes

planning approval process associated with minor applications

general understanding of domestic building construction techniques

principles of neighbourhood design

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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 units skill and knowledge requirements must also be demonstrated For example knowledge of the councils building scheme the legislative framework and processes for approving planning application underpin the performance of the unit and must be demonstrated

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

The demonstrated ability to

conduct preapplication meetings with potential or prospective applicants in accordance with legal and legislative requirements

undertake an initial assessment to determine compliance with building controls and council requirements

refer applications to relevant authorities for comment and approval

notify applicants of the decision

prepare a submission that supports and protects council position and interests

represent or assist council at the appeals hearing as required

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 oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

thirdparty reports from experienced practitioners

completion of selfpaced 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 building sites is essential as well as to a workplace or a simulated case study that provides relevant resources including copies of

essential documentation such as the Building Code of Australia Volumes I and II

relevant Australian standards

local laws

planning schemes

examples of council policies

architect plans and drawings

technical reports

relevant certificates and authorities

real or mock resident submissions

reports from other services

agencies and specialists

Arrangements may include:

Categorisation of minor applications will be determined by council policy but may include:

Pre-application meeting may address:

Applicants' rights and responsibilities may include:

Documentation may include:

Statutory regulations may include:

Relevant external authorities may include:

Planning approval documentation may include: