Queensland Consolidated Acts

LAND ACT 1994 - SECT 4

4 Object of this Act

In the administration of this Act, land to which this Act applies must be managed for the benefit of the people of Queensland by having regard to the following principles—
Sustainability

• sustainable resource use and development to ensure existing needs are met and the State’s resources are conserved for the benefit of future generations

• land evaluation based on the appraisal of land capability and the consideration and balancing of the different economic, environmental, cultural and social opportunities and values of the land

• allocating land for development in the context of the State’s planning framework, and applying contemporary best practice in design and land management

• when land is made available, allocation to persons who will facilitate its most appropriate use that supports the economic, social and physical wellbeing of the people of Queensland

• if land is needed for community purposes, the retention of the land for the community in a way that protects and facilitates the community purpose

• protection of environmentally and culturally valuable and sensitive areas and features

• consultation with community groups, industry associations and authorities is an important part of the decision-making process

• consistent and impartial dealings

• efficient, open and accountable administration

• a market approach in land dealings, adjusted when appropriate for community benefits arising from the dealing.