32Frequency band plans

#### 32 Frequency band plans (1) The ACMA may, by legislative instrument, prepare frequency band plans, each relating to one or more frequency bands. > Note: For variation and revocation, see subsection 33(3) of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901. (3) A frequency band plan must not be inconsistent with the spectrum plan. (4) A frequency band plan: (a) must make provision in relation to the purpose or purposes for which the band or bands may be used; and (b) without limiting paragraph (a), may provide for: (i) the one or more purposes for which any part of a band (including any particular frequency or frequency channel) may be used; and (ii) parts of the spectrum to be reserved for provision of public or community services. (5) A frequency band plan: (a) may be of general application or may be limited as provided in the plan; and (b) without limiting paragraph (a), may apply: (i) with respect to a specified area; and (ii) with respect to a specified period. (5A) A frequency band plan may confer a power to make a decision of an administrative character on the ACMA. (6) In this section: > used includes: (a) reserved for future use; and (b) reserved for the prevention or control of interference to radiocommunications.