The purpose of this Bylaw is to manage, regulate and protect the effective operation and integrity of flood protection works owned by or under the control of the Otago Regional Council.

Flood protection works can include scheduled drains, overland flow paths, defences against water, floodways, groynes, cross-banks, training lines and flood protection vegetation, anchored tree protection and plantings.

This Bylaw only controls activities that may affect the integrity or operation of flood protection works.