13Draft technical codes—consultation

13 Draft technical codes—consultation (1) The technical regulator may prepare a draft technical code. (2) The technical regulator must give a copy of the draft technical code to— (a) the ICRC; and (b) if the draft technical code is for protecting the environment—the conservator of flora and fauna; and (c) each regulated utility providing services that are likely to be regulated under the draft code. (3) A person who is given a copy of the draft technical code under subsection (2) may make a submission to the technical regulator about the draft technical code within a stated period of not less than 20 days. (4) The technical regulator— (a) must consider a submission made under this section; and

(b) may make a recommendation to the Minister about approval of the draft technical code.