(1) The Planning Minister must make an approval decision within 40 business days after receiving, as the case requires—
(a) the impact management plan; or
(b) the assessment committee recommendation.
(2) However, the Planning Minister must not make his or her decision under this Division before—
(a) receiving advice from the EPA under section 74; or
(b) the time afforded to the EPA under that section lapses—
whichever occurs first.