The Commission is asked to give its opinion on the programme of studies and consultations drawn up by the region, department or local authority with a view to drawing up or developing the outline plan. The Commission gives its opinion on the options for regional development and planning submitted to it, as well as on the various parts making up the outline plan, as the programme progresses.
The Commission is consulted on the programme of studies and consultations drawn up by the region, department or local authority with a view to drawing up or modifying the outline plan.