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Topsoil Preservation Act (S.N.B. 1995, c. T-7.1).

Country/Territory
Canada
Territorial subdivision
New Brunswick
Document type
Legislation
Date
1995 (2012)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Land & soil
Keyword
Soil conservation/soil improvement Soil rehabilitation
Geographical area
Americas, Arctic, Asia and the Pacific, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic
Abstract

This Act prohibits the removal of topsoil from a site or the move of topsoil from a parcel unless with the proper permit. Under section 4, no person shall transport topsoil in, on or by a vehicle on a highway except in accordance with the regulations. The Act provides for inspections, enforcement and offences and penalties.

Full text
English/French
Website
www.gov.nb.ca

References - Legislation

Implemented by

General Regulation - Topsoil Preservation Act (N.B. Reg. 95-66).

Legislation | Canada | 1995 (2012)

Keyword: Soil conservation/soil improvement, Soil rehabilitation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Topsoil Preservation Act (R.S.N.B. 2011, c. 230).

Legislation | Canada | 2011 (2012)

Keyword: Soil conservation/soil improvement, Soil rehabilitation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX