(1) After preparing a draft variation, the Territory planning authority shall:
(a) submit a copy to the National Capital Authority;
(b) by notice published in the Territory Gazette and in the principal daily newspaper published and circulated in the Territory:
(i) state that the draft variation has been prepared, and that copies will be available for public inspection at the places and times, and during the period, specified in the notice; and
(ii) invite interested persons to make written representations about the draft variation within a reasonable period specified in the notice and specify the address to which the representations may be forwarded; and
(c) make the draft variation available for inspection accordingly.
(2) The Territory planning authority shall:
(a) consult with the National Capital Authority about the draft variation and have regard to any views expressed by the last - mentioned Authority; and
(b) have regard to any representations made by the public;
and, if it thinks fit, may alter the draft variation.