POLICIES 11.2 Grazing and farming
11.2 (a) The following criteria should be applied when considering applications for grazing and farming concessions:
- i. the land is in existing pasture or farming use;
- ii. the number and type of stock are suitable for the location and land type;
- iii. grazing animals can be effectively controlled;
- iv. any adverse effects of stock on waterways, wetlands and riparian zones can be avoided or otherwise minimised;
- v. there are no adverse effects on wāhi tapu;
- vi. there is no risk of erosion caused by grazing or farming;
- vii. the need to use grazing for management purposes;
- viii. the potential for restoration is not compromised; and
- ix. public access is maintained.
11.2 (b) Grazing concessions should be issued for a fixed period and market rentals should be paid.
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