(1) The Authority must make a decision on an application for a permission if:
(a) the application is made in accordance with this Part; and
(b) the person has complied with any requirement or request by the Authority about the application and, if relevant, with Subdivision B or C of Division 4 (acting in accordance with terms of reference or guidelines for assessing the relevant impacts of the proposed conduct).
(2) In making the decision, the Authority must take into account the matters that the Authority is required to take into account under the Act and this Part.