7. The functions of the Council shall be to"
| (a) advise the Minister on all development activities proposed to be commenced in the Coastal Zone ; |
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| (b) review the Coastal Zone Management Plan prepared in accordance with the provisions of Part II of this Act and furnish recommendations, if any, thereon to the Director ; |
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| (c) review the environmental impact assessments furnished to the Director in connection with applications for permits under section 14, and make comments if any, thereon to the Director ; |
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| (d) inform the Director of the need for schemes of work within the Coastal Zone,, whenever such need arises ; and |
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| (e) advise the Minister or the Director, as the case may be. on any other matter relating to coast conservation that may be referred to the Council by the Minister or the Director , as the case may be. |
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