N.J. Admin. Code § 7:7-6.31

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 17, September 3, 2024

Section 7:7-6.31 - General permit 31 - placement of shell within shellfish lease areas

(a) This general permit authorizes the placement of shell in an area with a valid shellfish lease authorized under 50:1-23, provided:

1. The shell to be planted is comprised of processed oyster, surf clam, and/or ocean quahog shell or other shell material approved by the Department;

2. The height of the shell material placed on the bottom of the water body does not exceed six inches above the substrate;

3. The placement of shell does not pose a hazard to navigation; and

4. All shell is clean and free of contaminants.

(b) This general permit does not authorize the stockpiling of shell or dredging activities.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:7-6.31

Renumbered from 7:7-7.36 by 47 N.J.R. 1392(a), effective 7/6/2015