You do not need a resource consent to remove vegetation from a riverbed to to clear small areas of vegetation from land, as long as Council requirements are met. Removing vegetation from a riverbedWhat you need to ensure
Generally, you won't need a resource consent to remove vegetation from a riverbed as long as it is for flood control or riparian establishment, there are only minor environmental effects and the bed of the river is disturbed as little as possible.
Nor will you need a resource
Council on telephone (06)765-7127 or email consents@trc.govt.nz.
Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act 2011
Before lodging this application you must seek comment from applicants for customary title under the Marine and
Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act 2011. Please contact consents Administration Staff at consents@trc.govt.nz for
their contact details.
Lodge the application by signing below and sending the completed form to:
Mail: Taranaki Regional Council, Private Bag 713,
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The Council responds 24/7 to environmental incidents to investigate, and clean up pollution and take enforcement action if necessary. To report a pollution incident, call the Council's environmental hotline, 0800 736 222 - switchboard is open 24/7. Environmental incidents include spills, accidents and situations where an industry or resource consent holder does not meet consent conditions or regional plan rules. More than half of the incidents that the Council investigates are reported by the
and reduces the amount of contaminated water you need to manage.
Monitor and maintain your runoff control measures. Reassess and adjust if necessary. Consent requirements
You won’t need a resource consent to discharge stormwater to land or to water if you can meet these requirements: The discharge is not into a significant wetland.
You have a stormwater interception system (a roof and guttering, for example) to keep rain from areas where there may be contaminants, if your site is bigger than half
and reduces the amount of contaminated water you need to manage.
Monitor and maintain your runoff control measures. Reassess and adjust if necessary. Consent requirements
You won’t need a resource consent to discharge stormwater to land or to water if you can meet these requirements: The discharge is not into a significant wetland.
You have a stormwater interception system (a roof and guttering, for example) to keep rain from areas where there may be contaminants, if your site is bigger than half
Disposal of industry or trade waste to a land site is likely to require a resource consent (air discharge permit) covering odour, dust and litter control. Other considerations when weighing options for disposal of wastes to land include the possibility of seepage or runoff to water, and soil contamination. If you can’t meet any of the requirements set out below, you’ll need to take action to ensure you can meet the rules set out in the Council’s Plans, or you’ll need to apply for a resource
Summer is settling in, and the garden is brimming with life and colour. The rhododendrons continue to shine, their vibrant hues lingering beautifully across the landscape. As if on cue, hydrangeas, deutzia and philadelphus are beginning to bloom, each add Down in the Valley of the Giants, the new Nathan Hill sculptures have found their place, standing proudly amidst the towering trees. These striking pieces bring an added layer of wonder to the loop, seamlessly blending art with nature.