East Coast access input opens

Council opens a consultation period Friday (24 July) to collect public feedback on reviewing the East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw 2023.

The bylaw manages access along 48.5km of Marlborough’s East Coast, between the Awatere and Waima rivers. It permits limited access for specific vehicle types and activities in designated areas but otherwise bans vehicles along the corridor.

In adopting the regulations, Council committed to a review of the "Yellow Zone"; per legislation, a full review must be completed by March 2028.

The consultation seeks input on the extent to which Council should review the bylaw. The period closes 28 August.

To give feedback: www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/have-your-say-consultations

For background: www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/bylaws/east-coast-beach-vehicle-bylaw-2023