78Lights

78 Lights

(1)  A person must not light any of the following that is visible from any waters under the jurisdiction of MAST without the written permission of MAST:

(a) a neon or similar sign;

(b) an outdoor floodlight;

(c) a flashing light;

(d) a red light;

(e) a green light;

(f) an illuminated advertisement or trader's sign.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 20 penalty units.

(2)  MAST may only give permission if satisfied that any action under subregulation (1) is not likely to substantially interfere with navigation.

(3)  MAST, by notice, may direct a person to extinguish or screen any light that –

(a) may reasonably be mistaken for a navigation light; or

(b) throws a glare in a manner likely to affect navigation.

(4)  The notice may specify –

(a) the period within which the person is to comply with the directions in the notice; and

(b) the period, definite or indefinite, during which the person is to comply with the directions in the notice.

(5)  A person who is given a notice under subregulation (3) must comply with that notice.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 50 penalty units.