IAN ALLEN <\/p>\n
A proposed draft by-law on freedom camping in Marlborough will reverse existing legislation that prohibits freedom camping in the district except for designated areas. <\/p>\n
The new by-law would allow freedom camping across Marlborough, except for designated areas. <\/p>\n
The Marlborough District Council would also have the power to issue $200 spot fines under the proposed legislation. <\/p>\n
Members of the council assets and services committee voted at their regular meeting yesterday to recommend to the full council that the proposed draft by-law be put out for public consultation. <\/p>\n
Council reserves and amenities manager Rosie Bartlett said the new by-law was the opposite of the existing law. There would still be restrictions in place where freedom camping was allowed, she said. <\/p>\n
Prohibited areas include the townships of Blenheim, Picton, Havelock, Seddon and Renwick, Queen Charlotte Dr, Kenepuru and French Pass roads and council reserves. <\/p>\n
The public consultation process might highlight other areas where freedom camping should be banned, Ms Bartlett said. <\/p>\n
\"We are really keen to hear from the public to learn about other problem areas that we don't know about.\" <\/p>\n
Freedom camping had increased in Marlborough, Ms Bartlett said. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Original post: IAN ALLEN A proposed draft by-law on freedom camping in Marlborough will reverse existing legislation that prohibits freedom camping in the district except for designated areas. The new by-law would allow freedom camping across Marlborough, except for designated areas. The Marlborough District Council would also have the power to issue $200 spot fines under the proposed legislation Continue reading
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