Discretionary pastoral activity decision - Track maintenance - A6768289

For this decision summary:

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

Track maintenance

Ongoing maintenance

The Commissioner of Crown Lands has determined that the benefits to farming from allowing the lessee to maintain existing tracks outweigh any effects on inherent values identified.  Being able to carry out this activity will therefore make it easier to use the land for farming purposes and provide conservation benefits through more effective weed and pest control.  The conditions recommended will promote good management practice and mitigate effects on inherent values.

Consent is granted to maintain existing tracks subject to the following conditions:

1. Track maintenance is limited to the areas as indicated on the map attached to this notice of decision
2. The track maintenance only occurs within the existing footprint of the tracks. None of the tracks shall be widened further
3. Tracks must be maintained to minimise erosion and be kept clear of debris that could impede drainage.
4. If necessary, drainage water should be directed onto a well vegetated area to filter any sediment before it reaches a waterway.
5. Any stream works involving culverts should be carried out and maintained in a way that protects fish passage.
6. Any contractor machinery and vehicles are to be cleaned prior to entry to the lease to minimise the possibility of weed infestation.  Any fuel and oil storage facilities are to be sited to eliminate the possibility of a leak or spill into any water ways.
7. The lessee is responsible for ensuring any contractor operates under the conditions of this consent.

The Crown Pastoral Land Act 1998 provides that permission to undertake the activity may still be needed under other enactments.