(1)  A council may –

(a) grant the application subject to any conditions; or

(b) refuse to grant the application.

(2)  In determining an application, the council is to consider –

(a) whether the system may be operated and maintained in accordance with any directions under section 118 , relevant guidelines or regulations; and

(b) the protection of public health.

(3)  The council, by notice in writing served on the applicant, must notify –

(a) the granting of the application; or

(b) the refusal to grant the application.