§ 4-71. Purpose; applicability.

(a)

It is the intent of this division to establish regulations for marine activities within harbors, waterways and tidal waters of the city in order to ensure safety to persons and property, to promote availability and use of a valuable, public resource, and to provide for safe navigation.

(b)

Regulations governing the safe operation of vessels in the harbor and regulations protecting the environment are also contained herein.

(c)

These regulations apply in all parts of Newburyport Harbor which are under the jurisdiction of the Newburyport harbor master as defined M.G.L.A. c. 90B and in section 4-78(a) below.

(d)

The regulations promulgated herein are in addition to the requirements of state and federal law.

(Ord. of 3-13-89, § 5-1)