N.J. Admin. Code § 7:7-6.32

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 7:7-6.32 - General permit 32 - application of herbicide within coastal wetlands to control invasive plant species

(a) This general permit authorizes the application of herbicide within an area of coastal wetlands greater than 0.25 acres in size to control invasive plant species, provided the activities:

1. Do not adversely affect the habitat of any threatened or endangered wildlife or plant species habitat, as defined at N.J.A.C. 7:7-9.36;

2. Do not require the application of any herbicide on areas containing significant stands of high vigor Saltmarsh cordgrass (Spartina alterniflora), Wildrice (Zizania aquatica), Cattail (Typha sp.), and Common threesquare (Scirpus americanus) as shown generally on wetlands maps, see chapter Appendix D; and

3. When conducted within waters of the State or waters of the United States, are conducted pursuant to an aquatic use permit issued by the Department's Bureau of Licensing and Pesticide Operations.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:7-6.32

Adopted by 47 N.J.R. 1392(a), effective 7/6/2015

Amended by 50 N.J.R. 361(a), effective 1/16/2018