13Functions—generally

13 Functions—generally

13 Functions—generally

(1) The Authority has the following functions in, or in relation to land in, the operational area—

(a) to prepare master plans for development within precincts, including identifying priorities relating to the design and location of that development,

(b) to carry out development on its own behalf or on behalf of other persons or bodies,

(c) to participate in the planning, funding, prioritisation and co-ordination of public infrastructure that is provided in association with the carrying out of development within precincts,

(d) to co-ordinate, secure and attract investment,

(e) to develop and, if directed by the Minister, implement schemes for funding the provision of public infrastructure, facilities, places and services,

(f) to promote, organise, manage, provide and conduct cultural, educational, commercial, transport, tourist and recreational activities and facilities,

(g) to provide consultancy and other services relating to the carrying out of development,

(h) to enter into joint ventures, project delivery agreements and other arrangements with landowners, developers, State and Commonwealth government agencies and local councils in the Western City,

(i) to liaise and work collaboratively with State and Commonwealth government agencies and with local councils in the Western City in exercising its functions.

(2) The Authority has such other functions as are conferred or imposed on it by or under this or any other Act.

Note—

See for example section 50 of the Interpretation Act 1987 which, among other things, authorises the Authority to deal with land. The Authority may also enter into voluntary planning agreements with developers under Part 7 of the Planning Act.

(3) Without limiting subsection (2), the Authority may exercise functions delegated to it under any other Act.

(4) The Authority cannot exercise any of its functions in relation to the Western Sydney Airport.