SECTION 300:35-27-4. Vegetation management

(a)   The following acts are prohibited on GRDA Project Land:

(1)   Herbicides shall not be used for control/removal of vegetation.

(2)   Pesticides shall not be applied on GRDA land.

(3)   The sale of any tree or other vegetation that is removed or cut is prohibited.

(4)   Fertilizers shall not be applied on GRDA land.

(5)   Vegetable gardens are prohibited on GRDA land.

(6)   The introduction or planting of invasive plant species is prohibited on GRDA Project Lands.

(7)   Any Vegetation Management Activity that results in significant soil disturbance is prohibited.

(b)   Machinery or equipment may be used to accomplish a permitted Vegetation Management Activity, subject to the following:

(1)   Unless prohibited by GRDA, the following may be used in the performance of permitted activities:

(A)   Hand-held tools including chainsaws and brush cutters.

(B)   Mechanized equipment with a maximum power output not greater than 30 horsepower (hp), provided the use does not result in the unauthorized movement of soil, rocks, or existing live vegetation.

(2)   The use of machinery with a maximum power output greater than 30 hp may be allowed with prior express approval from GRDA.

[Source: Added at 23 Ok Reg 1329, eff 5-25-06; Amended at 25 Ok Reg 2384, eff 7-11-08]