Commercial recreation permit decision - Recreational Hunting - A5112945

For this decision summary:

• LINZ received the application before 17 November 2022
• accordingly, the decision was made under the Land Act 1948 excluding the amendments taking effect on 17 November 2022.

Recreational Hunting

15 years

The Commissioner of Crown Lands has determined that the proposed activity is one which comes within the provisions of section 66A Land Act 1948, and that provided the terms and conditions specified in the attached permit are adhered to, any inherent values present will be protected and that the recreation permit will be legally correct.

Consent is granted for recreational hunting, subject to the following conditions:

1. Not remove any vegetation, disturb any soil or light any fire on the Operational Area.
2. Not at any time cause any building, erection, structure or fence or alteration or addition thereto to be placed or carried out upon the Operational Area.
3. Comply at all times with all laws including but not limited to, all statutes and regulations and, in particular, the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work (Adventure Activities) Regulations 2016 and obtain all approvals, consents and authorisations by all relevant parties, as are necessary, and comply with the relevant industry standards and codes of practice in order for the Grantee to conduct the Activities permitted by this permit. Any other approvals or consents required with regard to access to the Operational Area shall be the sole responsibility of the Grantee to obtain.
4. Remove and take away or cause to be removed and taken away all materials, structures, contaminants, human waste, refuse, vehicles, equipment and vegetation placed on the site for the purposes and activities set out in the First Schedule (if any). Human waste produced by clients shall be carried out or appropriately deposited in shallow holes dug in the topsoil at least 50 metres from any water or track and toilet paper and sanitary products shall be packed out in suitable containers.
5. Ensure that any damage or disturbance to the surface of the land as a result of the activities allowed by the permit is restored to its former condition to the reasonable satisfaction of the Grantor and Lessee.
6. Ensure that all vehicle use is kept to formed tracks.
7. Comply with the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 or any Act in substitution thereof.
8. Ensure that the activities authorised by this permit will be confined exclusively to the Operation Area and use the Operational Area solely for the activities authorised by this permit.
9. Take all reasonable precautions to guard against danger on the Grantor's land.
10. Not to interfere or obstruct the Granter of his/her agent's employees or contractors or authorised invitees.
11. Comply at all times with the provisions of the Biosecurity Act 1993 and the Biosecurity New Zealand guidelines, including compliance with guidelines for limiting the spread of Didymo (Didymosphenia geminata) as published by Biosecurity New Zealand and, in particular the Ministry of Primary Industry's “Check, Clean & Dry" methods must form part of their procedures. Furthermore, the Grantee must regularly check the MPl's website (https://www.mpi.govt.nz/outdoor-activities or any replacement website) for any updated procedures or requirements for the prevention of the spread of Didymo or other freshwater pests.
12. Take all reasonable precautions, in relation to any motor vehicle to prevent the accidental starting of fire, particularly at times of high risk.
13. Ensure the "Leave No Trace" Principles of Leave No Trace New Zealand (https://leavenotrace.org.nz/) and the New Zealand Environmental Care Code are adhered to at all times, however for the avoidance of doubt, if any inconsistencies exist between these principles and the Grantees obligations outlined herein these Grantee obligations shall override at all times.
14. The grantee is required to comply with and hold the appropriate permits or consents under the Wild Animal Control Act 1977 from the Department of Conservation if species like Himalayan tahr or chamois is to be used for hunting.
15. Ensure that all Himalayan tahr numbers are compatible with the Department of Conservation's Himalayan Tahr Control Plan.
16. Ensure that guides and clients follow formed tracks where present and no formation of tracks where they do not already exist are permitted.
17. Implement a logbook system for all recreational activities described in the First Schedule and include duration of trips, names and number of clients and times they are due back at the homestead. 

Recreation permits granted by the Commissioner of Crown Lands also incorporate (with minor variations) the terms set out in Appendix H of the the Standard for purchase, alienation, and administration of Crown land - LINZS45002.