Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

The following applies to Real Property Act dealings, Water Access Licence dealings and the General Register.

For the purpose of a dealing with land, 'The Minister Administering the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979' is a State owned corporation on behalf of which any dealing or other instrument may be executed by:

  • the Minister
  • an authorised officer, or
  • a delegated officer.

The signature must be witnessed. Where signed by a delegated officer, the instrument of delegation is not required.

See s2.4 Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.