Earthworks & stream diversion
Land recontouring and stream diversion require careful management to avoid or mitigate impacts on the environment.
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Vegetation clearance
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.
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Plantation forestry environmental standards
The National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry (NES-PF) came into effect on 1 May 2018.
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Solid waste disposal
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.
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Dam safety and consents
Dams are regulated under both the Building Act 2004 and the RMA. The Council transferred many of its Building Act responsibilities to Waikato Regional Council, but retains responsi...
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