If you’re planning a stock crossing, you’ll need a permit from Council. This allows us, as the Road Controlling Authority, to keep an eye on any potential damage to the road.

The good news – the permit is free and usually only needs to be done once (unless something changes, like the crossing location).

In some situations, you may also need a Traffic Management Plan (TMP) – for example:

• If crossings happen outside daylight hours
• If visibility is poor (e.g. sharp bends or hazardous locations)

This is to help keep you, your stock, and other road users safe.

Crossing a State Highway? You’ll need to contact NZTA/Waka Kotahi, as they manage these roads.

Our flowchart below is a handy guide to help you figure out what’s required.

For more info, check out https://www.tararuadc.govt.nz/services/roading/vehicle-and-stock-crossings and https://www.tararuadc.govt.nz/__data/assets/pdf_file/0014/5135/Traffic-and-Road-Use-Bylaw-2025.pdf