11 September 2014 Chapter 35 - Coastal Marine Zones One, Two and Three 35.4.2.12.1.2 The effect on the coastal environment having regard to: a) Particle size and amount and chemical composition of discharge; b) Process (method) of emission; c) Toxicity of discharge including possible biological, chemical and physical changes to the marine environment by dissolving contaminants; d) Details of structure and enclosure and other methods taken to avoid possible adverse effects; e) Methods of disposing waste material, including any dust particles or waste products from the operation or process; and f) The expected hours of operation during which contaminants (including dust) may be discharged to the air. 35.4.2.13 Structures in the Coastal Marine Area used in the Petroleum and Chemical Industry 35.4.2.13.1 Any activity involving the erection of structures for the storage or containment of any petroleum, petroleum products, or contaminants in quantities less than100,000 litres is a Discretionary Activity. 35.4.2.13.2 Criteria for Assessment a) The location of any special natural features, or ecological area; b) The possibility of exposure to natural hazards; c) The density of surrounding development; d) The availability of and access to suitable transport routes; e) The risks associated with transportation to or from the site; f) Compliance with any relevant codes of practice or guidelines; g) Specific requirements may be imposed to ensure that any undue risk posed by the facility is avoided or mitigated. Particular regard will be given to site layout, site management, waste disposal, quality of discharges and emergency procedures and monitoring systems; h) Provision for site management (operational) plans and emergency plans; i) Proposals for monitoring the storage, use and transportation of hazardous substances; j) Consideration of practicable alternative operating methods or sites; and k) Council may require the provision of a bond sufficient to cover the anticipated costs of removing structures and reinstating the site. 35.4.2.14 Use of surface water within the National Transportation Route 35.4.2.14.1 Except as provided for in Rule 35.1.2.10.2, use of surface water within the National Transportation Route by high speed ships, or ships that exceed 500 gross registered tonnes, which propagate waves that exceed the Wash Rule and are travelling at a ship speed greater than 15 knots, including any associated disturbance of the foreshore and seabed, is a Discretionary Activity. 35.4.2.14.2 Applications for resource consent under Rule 35.4.2.13 will be publicly notified. 35 - 29