Statistics Act, 1999
R 385
National Water Act, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998)General Authorisations in terms of Section 39 of the National Water Act2. Engaging in a controlled activity, identified as such in Section 37(1): Irrigation of any land with waste or water containing waste generated through any industrial activity or by a waterwork2.9 Location of irrigation with wastewater |
Wastewater irrigation in terms of this authorisation is only permitted if the irrigation takes place—
| a) | above the 100 year flood line, or alternatively, more than 100 metres from the edge of a water resource or a borehole which is utilised for drinking water or stock watering; and |
| b) | on land that is not or does not overlie a Major Aquifer (identification of a Major Aquifer will be provided by the Department, upon written request). |
