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Abstract
The process of negotiation has long been recognized as central in plan creation and development assessment. Nevertheless, the appropriateness and willingness to engage in negotiated planning and development outcomes varies between planning systems, development locations and individuals. On one hand, negotiation is seen to facilitate responsive planning outcomes that recognize the unique institutional and development environment. Alternatively, the process of negotiation has been identified as one that delays plan making and development assessment, while simultaneously opening the door for corruption and regulatory capture. Drawing on the reflections and experiences of senior local council officers and private development actors, this article explores the process of negotiation in development assessment in New South Wales (NSW), Australia. Within the context of neoliberal planning reform in NSW, the article explores the appropriateness and willingness of different types of councils and developers to pursue negotiated outcomes. The article also identifies the types of developments/developers councils are more likely to negotiate with, and explores how the process of planning reform constrains the scope for negotiated outcomes.
Notes
The Standard LEP template introduced a series of standard zones and development definitions, replacing existing council zones.
The NSW Labour Party lost the March 2011 state election. The new Liberal-National party coalition government has initiated a new round of planning reform, repealing much of the policy frameworks implemented by the previous government. The new government has since introduced a new round of planning system reform.
Managers or Directors in Development Assessment or Strategic Planning Departments.