Local Government Act 1974

Land drainage and rivers clearance - General provisions

516: Exercise of powers on roads and public works not under control of council

You could also call this:

"Rules for drainage on roads and public works not run by the local council"

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When you are looking at roads and public works that are not controlled by your local council, there are rules that apply. These rules are found in a part of the law called Schedule 14. This schedule applies to drainage channels and land drainage works on these roads and public works.

You need to follow the rules in Schedule 14 when it comes to drainage on these roads and public works. The rules are there to help with drainage channels and land drainage works. They make sure everything runs smoothly on these roads and public works.

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Part 29Land drainage and rivers clearance
General provisions

516Exercise of powers on roads and public works not under control of council

  1. Schedule 14 shall apply with respect to any drainage channels and land drainage works on roads and other public works not under the control of the council.

Notes
  • Section 516: inserted, on , by section 2 of the Local Government Amendment Act 1979 (1979 No 59).