Article 6 Power to authorise erection of stiles, etc., in interests of agriculture or forestry
This Article applies where the owner, lessee or occupier of land which is used or being brought into use for agriculture or forestry represents to the district council that, for securing that the use, or any particular use, of the land for agriculture or forestry shall be efficiently carried on, it is expedient that stiles, gates or other similar structures for preventing the ingress or egress of animals should be erected on a public right of way which crosses the land.
Where a representation is made under paragraph (1), the district council may—
authorise the erection of the stiles, gates or other similar structures, and
impose such conditions relating to maintenance and for enabling the right of way to be exercised without undue inconvenience to the public.
Where an authorisation is granted under paragraph (2)(a) the right of way shall be deemed to be subject to a condition that the stiles, gates or other similar structures may be erected and maintained in accordance with the authorisation and so long as the conditions attached to the authorisation are complied with.