(1)  Subject to subsection (2) , a certificate of exemption allows the heritage works identified in the certificate to be carried out in relation to the registered place or heritage area identified in the certificate.

(2)  If the carrying out of the heritage works identified in a certificate of exemption, or any part of those heritage works, requires a discretionary permit or other permit under the Planning Act, the certificate of exemption does not annul, qualify or displace that requirement.