Discretionary pastoral activity decision - Soil disturbance for new fencing - A6287074

For this decision summary: 

• LINZ received the application after 17 November 2022 
• accordingly, the decision was made under the Crown Pastoral Land Act 1998 excluding the amendments taking effect on 17 November 2022.

Soil disturbance for new fencing

5 years with maintenance rights

The Commissioner of Crown Lands has determined that granting consent to disturb soil to form the fencelines as requested will make it easier to use the land for farming purposes, and that any adverse effects on inherent values can be minimised through compliance with the conditions specified.

Consent is granted for disturbing soil for fencing, subject to the following conditions:

1. No soil disturbance other than that required to clear blackberry from around willows to create the fence line. 

2. Any cuttings from willow trimming are disposed of appropriately to avoid spread into nearby areas of importance. 

3. Areas of exposed soil shall be sown with grass as soon as possible. 

4. All machinery used in construction is to be thoroughly cleaned and free of weed seeds. 

5. All contractors and employees of Rees Valley Pastoral Lease are informed of the conditions of this consent prior to the soil disturbance works starting.