Water (Recreational Area) Regulations 2023
65Entry, occupation and use of buildings and structures in a recreational area
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65 Entry, occupation and use of buildings and structures in a recreational area
(1) A person must not enter, occupy or use a building or structure in a recreational area unless permitted to do so under subregulation (2).
Penalty: 10 penalty units.
(2) A person may enter, occupy or use a building or structure in a recreational area if—
(a) the building or structure is provided for public use and the person's entry, occupation or use of the building is consistent with the purpose for which it is provided; or
(b) the person is obtaining shelter or protection in an emergency; or
(c) the person has express permission to enter, occupy or use the building or structure in the recreational area.
(3) The managing Authority for a recreational area may issue a permit to a person to enter, occupy or use a building or structure in the recreational area.